A 21-year-old Ames man, Timothy Cooke, has been charged with attempted murder after a woman was injured in a stabbing at the Hy-Vee on Lincoln Way. Police say the investigation continues. Ames Hy-Vee Stabbing: What Happened? A woman was injured in a reported stabbing at the Hy-Vee grocery store at 3800 Lincoln Way in west Ames, Iowa, on the evening of Tuesday, October 27, 2026. According to a report published by the Iowa State Daily on October 28, Ames police officers responded at approximately 8:06 p.m. and found the woman suffering from neck injuries. The woman was conscious and breathing when emergency responders arrived, and her bleeding had been controlled, according to emergency radio traffic cited in the report. She was transported to a Des Moines-area hospital for further treatment. Authorities had not publicly identified her or confirmed her condition in the report. Timothy Cooke Charged With Attempted Murder Police located a suspect in a vehicle near the scene and identified him as Timothy Cooke, 21, of Ames. He was charged with attempt to commit murder, a Class B felony, and taken to the Story County Jail, according to the Iowa State Daily. The charge represents an allegation, not a finding of guilt. Cooke is presumed innocent unless proven guilty in court. Authorities have not released further details about the circumstances leading to the stabbing in the report reviewed. Police Investigation and Community Safety The Ames Police Department continues to investigate the incident. Anyone with information is asked to contact Ames police at 515-239-5133 or use the anonymous tip line at 515-239-5533. Tips may also be submitted to Crime Stoppers of Central Iowa at 515-223-1400 or through its official website. The incident has raised concern because it occurred at a public grocery store. However, further details about a possible motive, the relationship between the people involved, or any events preceding the stabbing have not been confirmed in the available report. Article Summary Incident: Stabbing at Hy-Vee in Ames, Iowa Date: October 27, 2026 Location: 3800 Lincoln Way, west Ames Suspect: Timothy Cooke, 21, of Ames Charge: Attempt to commit murder, a Class B felony Victim: Woman with neck injuries; identity and current condition not publicly confirmed in the report Investigation: Ongoing Disclaimer: This article is based on published reporting available as of October 28, 2026. Criminal charges are allegations, and the defendant is presumed innocent unless proven guilty. Updates should rely on official statements and verified reporting. Share this... Facebook Pinterest Twitter Linkedin Threads Post navigation Jaysley Beck Obituary: Court-Martial Outcomes and Her Family’s Continuing Search for Answers Sneako Suicide Rumors: DJ Akademiks’ Latest Claims and What Has Been Verified