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18-year-old Corbin Cornett killed in shooting south of downtown Fort Wayne

The coroner officially ruled his death a homicide, marking the 38th homicide in Allen County this year.

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The Fort Wayne Police Department (FWPD) has confirmed a fatal shooting incident that occurred just after midnight on Saturday, November 9, near the area of Huestis Avenue and Broadway.

Officers responded to reports of a possible shooting victim and, upon arrival, discovered a man suffering from gunshot wounds.

The victim was pronounced dead at the scene.

On Tuesday, the Allen County Coroner identified the deceased as 18-year-old Corbin Scott Cornett, a resident of Fort Wayne.

The coroner officially ruled his death a homicide, marking the 38th homicide in Allen County this year.

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At this time, information surrounding the incident is limited. Investigators are actively working with witnesses in hopes of uncovering further details that could shed light on the circumstances of the shooting.

The FWPD encourages anyone with information about this case to come forward. Tips can be provided by calling the Fort Wayne Police Department at 260-427-1201 or reaching out to Crime Stoppers at 260-436-7867.


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23-year-old Monte Baker killed in shooting at downtown Medusa Restaurant & Lounge Cleveland

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23-year-old Monte Baker killed in shooting at downtown Medusa Restaurant & Lounge Cleveland 1437 St Clair Ave NE Ohio
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CLEVELAND — A 23-year-old man was fatally shot early Sunday morning inside a downtown Cleveland nightclub, according to the Cleveland Division of Police.

Officers were dispatched to Medusa Restaurant and Lounge at approximately 2:30 a.m. after receiving reports of gunfire inside the establishment.

Upon arrival, police located a male victim suffering from gunshot wounds.

Despite emergency response efforts, the victim was pronounced deceased at the scene.

The Cuyahoga County Medical Examiner’s Office later identified the victim as Monte Baker, 23.

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Detectives from the Cleveland Police Homicide Unit have taken over the investigation.

At this time, no suspects have been identified or arrested, and authorities have not released details regarding what led up to the shooting or the exact location within the property where the incident occurred.

The investigation remains active and ongoing, and police are urging anyone with information to come forward.

Additional updates are expected as more details become available.


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