Female shot and killed near Southeast Park in South Bend

The South Bend Police Department’s Violent Crimes Unit is actively investigating a homicide on the city’s southeast side.

On Saturday, June 7, around 8 p.m., South Bend Police were called to the 500 block of Wenger Street, near Southeast Park, on the report of a shooting.

Upon arrival, officers found a female victim suffering from an apparent gunshot wound. She was ultimately pronounced dead.

Several people were in the area when this shooting occurred.

Investigators are asking anybody who may have heard or seen anything – no matter how big or small – to contact the South Bend Police Department at 574-235-9263… or share your tip anonymously with Michiana Crime Stoppers by calling 574-288-STOP.