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.
Crime
River Ridge man kills wife, 2-year-old before Jefferson Parish deputies kill him
Sheriff Lopinto described the 911 call as critical to the rapid response and praised the child who called as “a brave little girl.”
Sheriff Joseph Lopinto of the Jefferson Parish Sheriff’s Office (JPSO) announced an ongoing investigation into a tragic incident involving a double homicide and a deputy-involved shooting early Friday morning in River Ridge, Louisiana.
Around 4:00 a.m., deputies responded to a 911 call from a child reporting multiple gunshot victims inside a residence on the 10000 block of Stephen Drive.
Upon arrival, deputies discovered a harrowing scene.
An adult female and a 2-year-old child were found unresponsive and suffering from fatal gunshot wounds.
Two additional juvenile females, ages 9 and 13, were found injured but alive.
Both were transported to Children’s Hospital.
The 9-year-old remains in critical condition after undergoing surgery, while the 13-year-old sustained a gunshot wound to the ankle.
While securing the residence, deputies encountered an armed adult male suspect, later identified as the father of the juvenile victims, in a back bedroom.
Deputies reported that the suspect brandished a firearm, prompting multiple officers to fire their service weapons.
The suspect was struck multiple times and pronounced dead at the scene.
Preliminary evidence indicates that the suspect shot all four victims before being confronted and fatally wounded by deputies.
Sheriff Lopinto described the 911 call as critical to the rapid response and praised the child who called as “a brave little girl.”
- Deceased:
- 40-year-old mother.
- 2-year-old child.
- Suspect (father).
- Injured:
- 9-year-old child (critical condition).
- 13-year-old child (non-life-threatening injuries).
The JPSO continues to investigate the incident, including the circumstances leading to the shootings and the actions of deputies at the scene.
Sheriff Lopinto emphasized the gravity of the tragedy and assured the community that the investigation would be thorough and transparent.
No further details are available at this time. Anyone with additional information is encouraged to contact the Jefferson Parish Sheriff’s Office.