South Bend, IN – Police are investigating a series of violent incidents that occurred across the city over the weekend, including multiple shootings and a death investigation.
According to the South Bend Police Department, the most recent incident took place Sunday night around 10:15 p.m. on Lindenwood Drive. Officers responded to reports of shots fired and found two victims, an adult woman and a juvenile girl, suffering from apparent gunshot wounds. The juvenile was listed in critical condition, while the adult’s injuries were described as non-life-threatening. Both were transported to a local hospital for treatment.
Earlier on Sunday, police were contacted by an outside agency regarding a death investigation on Pulaski Street around 1 p.m. At least one individual was found deceased at that location. Authorities said additional details will be released once next-of-kin notifications are made.
On Saturday, around 2 a.m., officers were called to Howard and Lawrence Streets for another shooting. Police said they found a 12-year-old boy with an apparent gunshot wound. His injuries were reportedly non-life-threatening.
The weekend violence began Friday night, when police responded to a ShotSpotter alert around 11 p.m. in the 300 block of North LaPorte Avenue. Officers located an adult male with a gunshot wound near the scene. He was taken to a hospital and treated for non-life-threatening injuries.
Police confirmed the Violent Crimes Unit is handling all four cases. No arrests have been announced, and investigators are urging anyone with information to contact Michiana Crime Stoppers at 574-288-STOP or submit a tip online at p3tips.com/203.
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