Fort Wayne, Indiana Murder Arrest: Suspect in Custody After Fatal Stabbing on Stardale Drive

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Fort Wayne, IN – A Fort Wayne man is in custody following a fatal stabbing Wednesday night on the city’s southeast side.

According to the Fort Wayne Police Department, officers were called to the 2700 block of Stardale Drive around 9:36 p.m. after receiving reports of a male who had been stabbed multiple times. When first responders arrived, they found the victim in life-threatening condition. The individual was transported to a nearby hospital, where he was later pronounced dead.

Police say Draylon Crutchfield, 25, was arrested at the scene in connection with the incident. Preliminary charges of murder have been filed against Crutchfield, who was identified as a person of interest during the initial investigation.

Authorities have not released the identity of the victim pending notification of family members. The investigation remains ongoing as detectives continue to gather evidence and interview witnesses in the area.

According to the FWPD, anyone with additional information regarding this case is encouraged to contact the Fort Wayne Police Department or Crime Stoppers. Updates on the investigation will be released as they become available.

This marks another homicide investigation for the Fort Wayne Police Department this year as officials continue efforts to address violent crime in the city. The department has increased patrols and outreach initiatives in response to recent incidents in southeast Fort Wayne neighborhoods.

No further details have been released at this time.


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