Fort Wayne police are calling on the community to help locate a suspect wanted for attempted murder after a shooting left one person fighting for their life.
What Happened on Weisser Park Avenue
It was around 3 a.m. Saturday when gunfire broke the quiet in the 2500 block of Weisser Park Avenue, on the city’s southeast side. Neighbors woke up to flashing lights and crime scene tape.
One person was found with life-threatening injuries — officers believe the victim was hit during a heated dispute that spiraled out of control.
One short line: a few seconds, a few shots, and a life now hanging by a thread.
Who Police Are Looking For
Investigators say 39-year-old Jamarcus Williams is wanted in connection with the shooting. He’s facing preliminary charges of attempted murder and aggravated battery.
According to the Fort Wayne Police Department, Williams is described as:
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5’11” tall
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Weighs about 176 pounds
Detectives haven’t released more about what sparked the fight but say Williams should be considered dangerous.
How You Can Help
FWPD is urging anyone who might know where Williams is to come forward. They stress that even the smallest tip could help get a dangerous suspect off the streets.
Here’s how you can share info:
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Call the Fort Wayne Police Department at (260) 427-1201
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Call Crime Stoppers anonymously at (260) 436-7867 (STOP)
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Use the P3 Tips App on your phone
One line: Don’t wait — if you know something, say something.
Neighborhood on Edge but Hoping for Justice
Residents near Weisser Park Avenue say they’re rattled but not surprised. Some recall hearing arguing, then a string of gunshots. Others peeked through blinds as police flooded the street.
One neighbor said, “We just want him caught. Nobody wants this hanging over our heads.”
FWPD detectives say tips from the community can often make the difference in cases like this — a single call could be what leads them straight to Williams.
