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Prosecutor’s statement on the death of Tayshawn Amere Ross

Statement from the Allen County Prosecuting Attorney's office on the death of 10 year old Tayshawn Amere Ross.

Senate Bill 9 used to require defendant’s presence at sentencing hearing

Devon L. Stewart, 19, was sentenced to 55 years in the Indiana Department of Correction after pleading guilty in connection with the June 1, 2025, shooting death of 86-year-old Alice Hall.

AFW Video: Tesa Hege declares her bid for Allen County Prosecuting Attorney

Today, Republican Tesa Helge announced her candidacy for Allen County Prosecuting Attorney in the upcoming 2026 Primary Election. https://youtu.be/wwb25l3CHsU Before her announcement, current Allen County Prosecutor...

AFW Video: Allen County Prosecutor Mike McAlexander to retire

Today, Allen County Prosecutor Mike McAlexander, announced his retirement from his office at the end of his current term - December 31, 2026.

Joint release from Prosecutor’s Office and FWPD Re: Manistee Drive shooting

Joint news release from the Allen County Prosecutor's office and Fort Wayne Police Department regarding the Manistee Drive shooting.
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Brent Taylor sentenced today

On March 23, 2021, Brent Taylor was convicted at trial and sentenced today to a total of 46 years.
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Statement on investigation of City Clerk’s Office misconduct

Statement from the Allen County Prosecuting Attorney's Office on the investigation of City Clerk's Office misconduct.
Captain Tom Bandor and Allen County Prosecuting Attorney Karen Richards

Craigslist Robberies news conference audio and video

Audio and video from this morning's news conference about a series of Craigslist robberies also known as "Robberies by Appointment."