Cedar Rapids man arrested on attempted murder, weapons and drug charges after March 25 shooting

CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa – Cedar Rapids Police arrested 43-year-old Kenny Lee Rogers of Cedar Rapids on Friday, April 3, 2026, on charges of attempted murder connected to a March 25 shooting. According to police, an adult male was driven to a local hospital on March 25, 2026, with a single gunshot wound to the chest.

Investigators determined the shooting took place in the 1700 block of A Avenue NE and identified the suspect as Kenny L. Rogers of Cedar Rapids, authorities said. Police said the victim has since been released from the hospital.

When Rogers was taken into custody for the shooting incident, officers said he had methamphetamine in his possession and gave a false name. Police said he was additionally charged with Possession of Controlled Substance – Methamphetamine and Providing False Information…

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