FORT WAYNE, Ind. (ADAMS) – Fort Wayne police say that a man is fighting for his life after being shot early Monday morning.
Officers were called to Reed Road close to Lake Avenue just before 1:30 a.m. to find the man suffering from apparent gunshot wounds. Police say he was not able to give them any information before being taken to a local hospital with life-threatening injuries.
Officers are looking for any potential witnesses or surveillance footage. They are asking anyone with information to come forward.
FWPD officials released the following:
On Monday, 08/15/2022, at approximately 1:27 AM, the City of Fort Wayne Police Department responded to the 1600 block of Reed Rd regarding a shooting.
Officers arrived on scene to find an adult male victim suffering from apparent gunshot wounds. The victim was transported to a local hospital and is reported as being in life- threatening condition. The victim could not provide any information as to who shot him. Investigators are canvasing the area for any potential witnesses or evidence.
Investigators are asking anyone with information about the shooting to contact the Fort Wayne Police Department at 427-1201, Crime Stoppers at 436-7867, or use the free “P3 Tips” app.
This incident remains under investigation by the City of Fort Wayne Police Department and the Allen County Prosecuting Attorney’s Office.
