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Fort Wayne Crime News

Across Fort Wayne, coverage here takes in law enforcement activity, the justice system, public safety trends and criminal investigations. This reporting monitors the daily operations of public agencies and the outcomes of legal proceedings.

Police Seize Cocaine, Fentanyl in Fort Wayne Raids

Police Seize Cocaine, Fentanyl in Fort Wayne Raids

Twelve people were arrested in a multi-agency drug trafficking investigation that also seized 26 firearms and more than $240,000 in cash.

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Do you feel safer in your area because of recent drug enforcement operations?


Violence

Violence

Man Dies Following Stabbing in Fort Wayne

Authorities are investigating a fatal stabbing that occurred late Friday night on the 2500 block of Barr Street.

Man Dies Following Stabbing in Fort Wayne

Criminal Justice

Criminal Justice

Lawsuit Filed Over Death at Allen County Jail

A wrongful death lawsuit alleges that jail overcrowding and medical neglect led to a 25-year-old inmate's fatal overdose.

Lawsuit Filed Over Death at Allen County Jail

Property Crime

Property Crime

Car Crashes Into Franciscan Center Vendor Village

A vehicle struck the front room of the Franciscan Center on East State Boulevard, and the vintage shop will stay closed until further notice.

Car Crashes Into Franciscan Center Vendor Village

Financial Crime

Live Poll

Do you trust that your employer has sufficient internal controls to prevent employee expense fraud?

Financial Crime

Fort Wayne Employee Charged With $300,000 Theft

A former employee faces a felony theft charge after allegedly using company funds for unauthorized travel.

Fort Wayne Employee Charged With $300,000 Theft

Accidents

Accidents

Three-Vehicle Crash Closes Northbound I-69 in Fort Wayne

A two-stage crash near Dupont Road on Interstate 69 injured several people, including a semi driver struck while checking on occupants.

Three-Vehicle Crash Closes Northbound I-69 in Fort Wayne

More in Crime

This section follows specific incidents, department policy shifts, court developments and changes in public safety data. Reporting spans the city and the communities around it. Investigation outcomes and judicial rulings often take months or years to conclude after an initial incident occurs. Public records and agency reports serve as the primary drivers of this coverage as investigations progress.