Crime
16-Year-Old Arrested in Fatal Shooting of Teen Girl in Fort Wayne
Fort Wayne, IN – The Fort Wayne Police Department (FWPD) has arrested a 16-year-old male suspect in connection with a fatal shooting that claimed the life of Sincere Sole, a teenage girl, on Monday evening.
The suspect faces charges of felony murder and robbery related to the incident.
FWPD officers responded to a 911 call regarding a shooting at approximately 8:00 p.m. on Monday, February 5, 2025. The shooting occurred at the Black Pine Flats apartment complex on Fayette Drive.
Upon arrival, officers discovered Sincere Sole suffering from a gunshot wound.
Emergency medical personnel transported her to a nearby hospital in critical condition, but despite life-saving efforts, she was pronounced dead shortly after arrival.
Following an overnight investigation, the Fort Wayne Homicide Task Force identified and apprehended a 16-year-old male suspect at approximately 2:50 a.m. Tuesday.
The suspect, whose name has not been released due to his juvenile status, was taken into custody and transported to the Allen County Juvenile Center.
He is charged with:
- Felony Murder
- Robbery
Authorities have not yet disclosed further details regarding the circumstances of the shooting, including a possible motive or how the suspect and victim knew each other.
The FWPD Homicide Unit is actively investigating the case, and additional charges may be considered as more information emerges.
Officials urge anyone with relevant information to contact the Fort Wayne Police Department or submit anonymous tips through Crime Stoppers.
This is a developing story, and updates will be provided as new information becomes available.
MT. JULIET, Tenn. — Authorities have identified two victims killed during an active shooter incident at Cedar Creek Marina in Mt. Juliet late Friday night.
The suspect, identified as Gary Haley, a convicted felon with an extensive criminal history, is deceased following an officer-involved shooting, officials confirmed.
Mount Juliet Police officers were dispatched at approximately 9:30 p.m. Friday to the Cedar Creek Marina, located in the 9000 block of Saundersville Road, after receiving reports of a man threatening another individual on the docks.
Due to the active shooter report, a shelter-in-place order was issued for the surrounding area as a precaution.
Upon arrival, officers located an adult male suffering from a gunshot wound.
The victim was later identified as Robby Brogdon, who was transported to a local hospital for emergency medical treatment.
Despite life-saving efforts, Brogdon later succumbed to his injuries.
Investigators determined that the suspected shooter had retreated to a boat within the marina and had barricaded himself inside.
The standoff continued for several hours as officers secured the scene and attempted to resolve the situation safely.
At approximately 1:00 a.m. Saturday, the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation (TBI) reported that the suspect engaged responding officers and fired shots at them under circumstances that remain under investigation. Officers returned fire.
The suspect, Gary Haley, was later found deceased aboard the vessel.
During the course of the response, officers also discovered a second adult male victim, Nathan Jones, who had been shot by the suspect.
Jones was pronounced dead at the scene.
No law enforcement officers were injured during the incident.
The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation has assumed responsibility for the investigation, which includes a homicide, an attempted homicide, and an officer-involved shooting.
TBI agents are actively conducting interviews, collecting evidence, and working to establish a comprehensive timeline of events.
Upon completion of the investigation, findings will be submitted to 15th Judicial District Attorney General Jason Lawson for review.
Authorities stated that additional information will be released as it becomes available.