Fort Wayne Police Department
FWPD: Search Warrant Service, 5600 block Foxcross Court
After a 9-month investigation detectives with the FWPD Vice & Narcotics Division served a search warrant in the 5600 block of Foxcross Court on April 11, 2025, at 1100 hours.
FWPD: Felony Theft arrest, Bluffton Road Dollar General
On April 10, 2025, at 1515 hours, officers with the Fort Wayne Police Department were dispatched to the Dollar General located at 1850 Bluffton Road regarding a report of internal theft.
Traffic Alert: Pettit Avenue closed Friday – 4/11/2025
Field Operations will be working to replace a water valve Friday, April 11, 2025, which will result in the closure of Pettit Avenue between Fairfield and Arlington Avenue.
FWPD update: Suspect arrested in 4/1/2025 Bowser Avenue shooting
On April 9, 2025, at 0805 hours, the FWPD Homicide Task Force arrested a suspect without incident for the April 1 shooting on Bowser Avenue.
FWPD: Domestic Disturbance, 6300 block Harrison Street
On April 4, 2025, at 0658 hours, FWPD Officers were dispatched to a residence in the 6300 block of South Harrison Street in reference to a domestic disturbance investigation.
Fort Wayne Fire Department
FWFD: Apartment Fire, 800 block Lake Avenue
The Fort Wayne Fire Department was dispatched to the 800 block of Lake Avenue on March 31, 2025, at 1837 hours regarding a reported apartment fire.
FWFD: Apartment Fire, 2000 block Carterton Drive
The Fort Wayne Fire Department responded to a possible structure fire in the 2000 block of Carterton Drive, on March 21, 2025, at 1859 hours.
FWFD: House Fire, 6900 block Woodtrail Court
The Fort Wayne Fire Department responded to a house fire in the 6900 block of Woodtrail Court on March 20, 2025 at 1056 hours.
FWFD: House Fire, 2700 block West Washington Center Road
The Fort Wayne Fire Department responded to the report of a residential structure with fire showing on March 19, 2025, at 0249 hours in the 2700 block of West Washington Center Road.
FWFD: House Fire, 2700 block Dellview Drive
The Fort Wayne Wayne Fire Department was dispatched to a reported house fire in the 2700 block of Dellview Drive on March 13, 2025, at 0853 hours.
Allen County Coroner
Coroner: 10th 2025 Allen County Homicide
The Allen County Coroner has identified Angela Marie Cobb as the 10th Allen County Homicide in 2025.
Coroner: 9th 2025 Allen County Homicide
On Thursday, March 20th, 2025, the Allen County Coroner's Office was notified of a shooting that occurred in the 3000 block of Pennsylvania Street, in Fort Wayne.
FWPD: Homicide Investigation, 3000 block Pennsylvania Street
On March 20, 2025, at 0858 hours, officers with the Fort Wayne Police Department were dispatched to the 3000 block of Pennsylvania Street in reference to a shooting.
Coroner: 8th 2025 Allen County Homicide
On Wednesday, March 5th, 2025, the Allen County Coroner's Office was notified of a shooting that had occurred in the 4000 block of Halsley Court in Fort Wayne, Indiana.
Coroner: 7th 2025 Allen County Homicide
On Friday, February 28th, 2025, the Allen County Coroner's Office was notified of a shooting in the 3000 block of Drexel Avenue in Fort Wayne, Indiana.
Allen County Sheriff
ACPD: Homicide Investigation, 4900 block Halsley Court
On March 5, 2025, at approximately 1048 hours, the Allen County Sheriff’s Department responded to the 4900 block of Halsley Court regarding a naked male pointing a handgun at individuals and walking around the area.
FWPD: Arrest for July 4th fireworks injury
Ian Wiggins was arrested on December 5, 2024, for a warrant stemming from the injury of an 11 year old female during the July 4th celebrations.
Mortgage Foreclosure Sales postponed
According to the Allen Superior Court order, the Allen County Sheriff's Department is postponing all mortgage foreclosure sales until further notice.
1980 County murders solved
Confessed Nationwide Serial Killer Samuel Little 79, has claimed responsibility for two 1980 Allen County Homicides.
Sheriff starts new Inmate Work Crew
Allen County Sheriff David J. Gladieux has implemented a new Inmate Work Crew Program which is comprised of low-risk inmates currently in custody at the Allen County Jail.
Public Safety News Releases
FWPD: Person of Interest sought in credit card fraud case
The FWPD is asking for assistance in identifying a man who is a person of interest in a credit card fraud case.
ISP partners with DEA for a Drug Take Back Day – 4/26/2025
Dispose of unwanted, expired or unused prescription drugs on Saturday April 26, 2025.
Department of Justice commemorates National Crime Victims’ Rights Week
The United States Attorney’s Office in Northern Indiana will commemorate National Crime Victims’ Rights Week (NCVRW) from April 6–12, 2025.
ISP: Put the phone away or pay
Officers with Indiana State Police are on high alert as they participate in an annual traffic safety campaign looking for people speeding or driving while distracted.
FWPD’s Victim Assistance unveils rebranding to reflect evolving mission
The Fort Wayne Police Department’s Victim Assistance program has unveiled a new brand identity, reflecting both the evolution of the city’s demographics and the changing needs of the victims it serves.
Wanted Suspects
FWPD: Kirsten O. Sims wanted for murder and attempted murder
The Fort Wayne Police Department is looking for Kirsten O. Sims in connection with warrants...
FWPD: A Person of Interest in this morning’s bank robbery
The Fort Wayne Police Department is requesting the public’s help with locating Bart Brandon Ely, a person of interest possibly connected with the Old National Bank robbery today.
FWPD: BOLO – armed and extremely dangerous suspect
Fort Wayne Police are looking for 21-year-old Cohen Bennett Hancz-Barron.
FWPD: Terry Smith Jr. Arrested – 5/13/2021
Notification from the Fort Wayne Police Department regarding the arrest of suspect Terry Smith in the murder of Tiffany I. Ferris at the Suburban Inn on May 10, 2021.
FWPD: Marina Zrnic sought in 3rd Street homicides
The Fort Wayne Police Department is looking for Marina Zrnic who is a Person of Interest in the Third Street double homicide on April 20, 2021.