Crime & Safety
39-Year-Old Man Charged With First-Degree Murder in Stabbing Death
Investigators from the Cedar Rapids Police Department have arrested Stephen Johnson in connection with the murder of Clifton West.
The homicide investigation is continuing. We do not believe the public is in danger as this investigation continues.
Arrested:
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Johnson, Stephen Jerred, Age 39
DOB: 7/11/73
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407 C Ave NW. Apt. B
Cedar Rapids, Iowa
Johnson is charged with one count of Murder in the 1st Degree. He is currently at the Linn County Correction Center.
No further information will be released at this time.
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