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New FWPD partnership with Trine University Cold Case Unit

The Fort Wayne Police Department is excited to announce a new partnership with the Trine University Cold Case Unit, which was launched this semester.

FWPD: Video from PUFW officer-involved shooting and update

The Fort Wayne Police Department released body-cam footage and a statement on the July officer-involved shooting at Purdue University Fort Wayne.
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FWPD: Update on bones discovered at residential property

The Fort Wayne Police Department has updated the discovery of bones at a residential property on August 19, 2024, in the 1400 block of Summit Street.

FWPD: Bones discovered in Summit Street residence

On August 19, 2024, the Fort Wayne Police Department responded to a vacant residence in the 1400 block of Summit Street.

FWPD: Officer-involved shooting at PUFW

FWPD Officer body-cam footage and an update were released on August 21, 2024 by the FWPD.

FWPD: Winter travel safety tips

The Fort Wayne Police Department offers the following safety tips for winter travel.

FWPD: Fatal Shooting/Stabbing Investigation, Point West Drive

On November 10, 2021, at 1:23 AM, the Fort Wayne Police Department responded to the 2100 block of Point West Drive, West Wind Apartments, in reference to an unknown problem.

FWPD: Assistance sought in Kenneth Behny homicide

The Fort Wayne Police Department is looking for assistance from the community in reference to the Homicide of Kenneth Behny, age 74.

FWPD: Drone notification reminder for HolidayFest events

The FWPD Air Support Unit would like to alert drone pilots and hobbyists about two upcoming events which will require pilots to file a notification to the department.

New FWPD social workers making a difference

Today, Fort Wayne Mayor Tom Henry and Fort Wayne Police Department Captain Kevin Hunter highlighted the addition of two social workers to the FWPD.