On May 9th, 2025, at approximately 7:43PM, officers from the Kokomo Police Department responded to the 1100 block of N. Purdum Street in reference to a report of shots fired. Upon arrival, officers located numerous shell casings in the roadway. Two occupied residences, and one parked unoccupied vehicle, were struck by bullets. No injuries were reported.
Upon further investigation, detectives have developed a vehicle of interest from surveillance cameras. A Silver Ford Fusion, depicted in the photographs, is believed to be associated with the incident.
Residents in the area are urged to review their home security cameras to determine if any additional video evidence exists.
If anyone has additional information pertaining to this incident, please contact Detective Drew J. Wallsmith #389 at 765-456-7388 or via email at dwallsmith@cityofkokomo.org. You can always report tips anonymously by downloading the “Kokomo PD” mobile app from the iOS or Google Play stores. You can also text a tip to KPD by texting TIPKPD, then a space, and then your tip, and send it to 847411.
All suspects are presumed innocent until proven guilty in court.