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FWPD Traffic Unit to provide update to Fort Wayne City council tonight – 5/6/2025

The Fort Wayne City Council meets tonight in Committee Session at Citizens Square in the Council Chambers Courtroom.

FWPD: Murder suspect sought – Isaiah Wilson

The FWPD Homicide Unit has identified 26yo Isaiah Wilson as a murder suspect reference the recent Homicide at Monroe and Wayne Street that occurred on April 13, 2025.

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.

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.

FWPD: Officer-Involved Shooting, Avondale Drive and East Rudisill Boulevard

On February 23, 2025, the FWPD responded to a report of a male who was passed out inside a pickup truck near the intersection of Avondale Drive and East Rudisill Boulevard at 1830 hours.

FWPD warns of “spoofed” calls

The Fort Wayne Police Department is warning residents that someone is calling residents faking the FWPD's non-emergency number (260) 427-1222.

Mayor Tucker, FWPD, FWFD, and TRAA provide public safety updates

Today, Fort Wayne Mayor Sharon Tucker provided a public safety update on the Fort Wayne Fire and Police Departments and the Three Rivers Ambulance Authority.

FWPD and FWFD Receive $15,000 Grant from Norfolk Southern Railway

The Fort Wayne Police Department and Fort Wayne Fire Department were jointly awarded $15,000 in grant funding by Norfolk Southern Corporation for the City's Safety Village.

Zar Ni Myint sentenced for June shooting of FWPD Officer Minardo

Today, Zar Ni Myint was sentenced to 30 years in prison and ordered to pay $28,971.08 to the City of Fort Wayne General Fund and $1,200 to a person with an unclear connection to the case.

FWPD: Machinegun Conversion Device discovered during yesterday’s warrant service

A handgun was recovered during a search warrant service yesterday at a Fort Wayne resident, which had a machinegun conversion device (MCD) installed.