Crime
Marilu Munoz killed in shooting outside Showgirl One club in Fort Wayne
In addition to the fatality, two other individuals sustained injuries during the incident.
The Fort Wayne Police Department (FWPD) is investigating a deadly shooting that occurred early Saturday morning outside Showgirl One, a nightclub near the intersection of Goshen and Coliseum.
At approximately 3:20 a.m., officers responded to reports of a shooting outside the establishment.
Upon arrival, they discovered a female victim suffering from a gunshot wound.
Despite efforts from bystanders who performed CPR, the woman was pronounced dead at the scene.
The victim has been identified as Marilu Munoz.
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In addition to the fatality, two other individuals sustained injuries during the incident.
Both were transported to a local hospital with non-life-threatening injuries.
Initial investigations suggest the violence stemmed from a fight that escalated into gunfire in the nightclub’s parking lot.
Authorities have clarified that no shots were fired inside the venue.
Currently, no suspects are in custody. However, police have stated there is no ongoing threat to the public.
The FWPD is urging anyone with information about this incident to come forward.
Tips can be reported through the department’s non-emergency line at 260-427-1222, anonymously via Crime Stoppers at 260-436-7867, or through the P3 Tips app available at P3Tips.com.
A horrific series of unprovoked stabbings unfolded in Manhattan on Monday morning leaving two men dead and a woman critically injured.
Authorities have identified the suspect as a 51-year-old resident of the Bellevue Men’s Shelter, who was apprehended shortly after the attacks.
Timeline of Events
First Attack: West 19th Street
The violent spree began around 8:20 a.m. when the suspect approached a 30-year-old man on West 19th Street near Eighth Avenue and stabbed him in the stomach.
- Victim: Identified as a construction worker.
- Response: The man was rushed to Bellevue Hospital, where he later died from his injuries.
Second Attack: East 30th Street
Roughly two hours later, at approximately 10:30 a.m., the suspect targeted another victim, this time a man in his 60s, on East 30th Street near the FDR Drive.
- Incident: The man was stabbed multiple times.
- Outcome: He was also transported to Bellevue Hospital, where he succumbed to his wounds.
Third Attack: East 42nd Street
Shortly before 11 a.m., the attacker struck again, stabbing a woman in the chest at East 42nd Street and First Avenue.
- Victim: A woman whose identity has not been disclosed.
- Condition: She was taken to Weill Cornell Medical Center, where she remains in critical condition.
Suspect and Arrest
The suspect was detained by authorities at East 46th Street and First Avenue, following a citywide manhunt.
- Residence: Identified as living at the Bellevue Men’s Shelter.
- Behavior: Sources indicated that the stabbings appeared random, with the attacker instigating disputes before each assault.
- Charges: Pending as of the latest updates.
Community and Police Response
The spree left Manhattan residents and authorities shaken. Police are investigating the motive behind the attacks, though preliminary findings suggest no connection between the victims and the assailant.
Victim Support and Resources
Authorities are urging anyone with information about the incidents to contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-577-TIPS.
The city also continues to emphasize the importance of mental health resources and safety measures for vulnerable populations.
This tragic incident highlights ongoing concerns about public safety and mental health crises within urban communities.