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Woman arrested after Iowa man shot during target practice

Justin Emmick, 49, was shot July 29 at a remote acreage and died at the scene, investigators said.

Published Aug 4, 2026, 6:59 AM EDT | LehighValleyLive

A woman has been arrested after allegedly fatally shooting a man during target practice and claiming self-defense.

Justin Emmick, 49, of rural Sioux City, Iowa, was fatally shot at a remote area of acreage on July 29, according to the Plymouth County Sheriff’s Office. Deputies were called to the scene around 3:10 p.m. and attempted life-saving measures, but Emmick died at the scene.