WATERLOO, Iowa — A tragic shooting early Wednesday morning has left one man dead and a young woman fighting for her life. Authorities identified the deceased as **39-year-old Montana Lee Gunhus**, who succumbed to his injuries shortly after being transported to the hospital. **28-year-old Hannah Rose Kelley** remains in **critical condition**, as investigators work urgently to determine what led to the violence.
Police were called to a residence in Waterloo around **7:30 a.m.**, where they discovered both victims suffering from gunshot wounds. Emergency responders administered life-saving aid at the scene before rushing them to nearby hospitals. Despite their efforts, Gunhus’s injuries proved too severe.
Detectives from the **Waterloo Police Department** have since secured the area and launched an intensive investigation. Crime scene technicians spent hours collecting shell casings and other forensic evidence, while officers canvassed the neighborhood for witnesses and surveillance footage that might offer clues.
As of Thursday, no arrests have been made, and officials have not released details regarding a possible suspect or motive. Police are urging anyone with information to come forward, emphasizing that even small details could be vital in piecing together what happened.
Friends and family members of both victims are reeling from the tragedy. Gunhus was remembered by those close to him as kind-hearted and hardworking — a man who loved music, family gatherings, and helping others. “He didn’t deserve this,” one friend said. “Montana had a big heart and was always there when you needed him.”
Authorities have reassured the public that there is **no immediate threat** to the community, though the circumstances remain under investigation. For now, residents of Waterloo mourn the loss of Montana Gunhus and hold out hope for Hannah Kelley’s recovery as police seek answers in this senseless act of violence.
