One dead, multiple injured in shooting on city’s northeast side

FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WANE) — One person is dead and multiple are injured after a shooting on the city’s northeast side. Fort Wayne Police responded to reports of a shooting on Manistee Drive around 10:30 Saturday night, which is off Reed Road between Saint Joe Center Road and Stellhorn Road on Fort Wayne’s northeast side.

According to police multiple calls were made about shots being fired in that area and people were fleeing in all directions. FWPD arrived at the chaotic scene as injured victims began arriving at local hospitals.

Police say a preliminary investigation revealed a high school age party was going with numerous people attending when shots rang out. Multiple party goers were struck and was one was pronounced dead at the scene. It’s currently unknown how many suspects are involved in the shooting.

So far, 11 victims, including the deceased victim, have been confirmed. It is believed that all other victims are in non-life-threatening condition.

This incident remains under investigation. Anyone with information is asked to contact FWPD at 260-427-1201, Crime Stoppers, or use the anonymous P3 Tips app.

This story will be updated.

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