A tragic shooting on Fort Wayne’s south side Saturday evening has left one woman dead and a 53-year-old man behind bars. Authorities have confirmed that the suspect, Michael T. Miles, was taken into custody hours after the incident.
Police Respond to Deadly Shooting
Officers with the Fort Wayne Police Department (FWPD) were dispatched to the 400 block of West Wildwood Avenue at around 6:30 p.m. Saturday after receiving reports of a shooting. When they arrived, they found a woman lying in the street with gunshot wounds.
Emergency medics responded quickly, but despite their efforts, the woman was pronounced dead at the scene. Police have not yet released her identity as they work to notify her family.
Arrest Made Near Bowser and McKinnie Avenues
Approximately two hours after the shooting, officers located and arrested Michael T. Miles near the intersection of Bowser and McKinnie Avenues.
Authorities have not disclosed what led them to Miles so quickly, but sources indicate that witness statements and surveillance footage may have played a role.
Charges and Criminal History
Following his arrest, Miles was booked into the Allen County Jail. He faces a preliminary charge of murder, according to the FWPD. Additionally, court records show that he had an outstanding warrant and a prior probation violation, which could result in further legal complications.
- Primary charge: Murder
- Additional charges: Probation violation, outstanding warrant
- Custody status: Held at Allen County Jail
Investigation Ongoing
Detectives are still working to piece together the circumstances leading up to the shooting. While they have not provided details about a potential motive, sources close to the investigation suggest that the suspect and victim may have known each other.
Crime scene investigators collected evidence from the area, and police have urged anyone with additional information to come forward. The Allen County Prosecutor’s Office will review the case and determine formal charges in the coming days.
Growing Concerns Over Violence
This incident marks yet another act of gun violence in Fort Wayne, a city that has seen a series of high-profile shootings in recent months. Community leaders have voiced concerns over the rising crime rate, urging residents to come together to address underlying issues.
Meanwhile, the victim’s family and friends are left mourning a life lost too soon. The community awaits further developments as authorities continue their investigation.
