On September 3, 2024, the FWPD responded to a shooting in the area of Eckart Street and Bowser Avenue.
Fort Wayne Police Department incident report:
Shooting Investigation
Date: September 3, 2024
Location: Eckart Street and Bowser Avenue, Fort Wayne, Indiana
Time: 12:57 hours
Details/Summary:
The Fort Wayne Police Department responded to a call of shots fired in the area of Eckart St. and Bowser Ave. today just before 1pm. Upon arrival, officers located an adult male victim suffering from an apparent gunshot(s) wound(s). Officers rendered aid to the victim, until relieved by medics, who transported him to a local hospital in critical condition. While at the hospital, medical staff, downgraded him to life-threatening condition.
There is limited suspect and suspect vehicle information at this time. Witnesses are giving their accounts of the incident and those accounts are being pieced together. Homicide Detectives are working diligently to collect all available information regarding this shooting. Anyone with information, is asked to please call the FWPD at 427-1201, Crime Stoppers at 436-7867or use the P3 tips App.
This incident, remains under investigation by the FWPD and the Allen County Prosecutor’s Office.
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