KPD searching for person of interest in morning shooting
Nov 24, 2024
KOKOMO, Ind. — The Kokomo Police Department is searching for a suspect in connection to a Sunday morning shooting.
According to KPD, officers were called around 7:40 a.m. to investigate a shooting in the 600 block of South Lee Drive. Upon arrival at the location, police found a victim that had been shot. They were transported to an area hospital and are currently listed in serious condition.
Now, KPD said they are actively searching for a suspect in connection with the shooting, identified as Lucio Contreras.
Lucio Contreras (KPD)
Contreras may be driving a silver Chevrolet Malibu with a broken taillight, per KPD. He may also be heading to the area of Gary, Ind. and may be armed.
Those with information are asked to call (765) 456-7017. Alternatively, KPD said tips can be texted to 847411 by typing "TIPKPD", then a space, then the tip.