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Martin Lawrence, 45, a probation officer with the department of corrections, died in the early morning hours of February 26, 2016, after an accidental firearm discharge. Deputies from the Black Hawk County Sheriff’s Office were dispatched about 12:30 a.m. and found someone performing CPR. Lawrence had been returning home from work and, after stepping out of his vehicle, his handgun slipped from his grasp and fell.

The impact caused the weapon to discharge; the single bullet struck his leg and traveled upward, producing severe internal injuries that proved fatal. He was taken to a hospital in Waterloo and later pronounced dead. Investigators concluded the shooting was accidental; no arrests were made and no suspects were sought.

Is there anyone who knew Martin or was in that neighborhood that night who can add details about his final movements?