Fort Wayne, IN – A man is fighting for his life tonight after a shooting at a Fort Wayne gas station that prompted a large police response and an ongoing investigation.
According to the Fort Wayne Police Department, officers were dispatched Tuesday at approximately 6:20 p.m. to the Amoco Gas Station on 437 E. Washington Blvd., where they located an adult male on the parking lot suffering from apparent gunshot wounds. Police said the victim was quickly transported to a local hospital, where emergency staff determined his injuries were life-threatening.
Authorities emphasized that there is currently no known threat to the public. FWPD detectives are canvassing the surrounding area for potential witnesses, surveillance footage, and other evidence that may help clarify what led to the shooting.
Police did not release information about any suspects and have not shared what may have triggered the gunfire. Investigators are urging anyone who may have been in the area around the time of the incident — or who may have relevant information — to come forward. Tips can be submitted to the Fort Wayne Police Department at 260-427-1222, Crime Stoppers at 260-436-7867, or anonymously through the P3 Tips App.
The case is being jointly investigated by the Fort Wayne Police Department and the Allen County Prosecutor’s Office.
Residents who live or work near E. Washington Blvd. reported seeing a heavy police presence as officers worked to secure the scene and begin collecting evidence. Investigators are expected to remain in the area through the evening as they continue processing the location.
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