LAWRENCEBURG, Ind. – Authorities have identified a suspect in a fatal shooting investigation in Dillsboro on Thursday morning, with the suspect now facing murder charges.
33-year-old Brent David Wellman, a resident of Seymour, was booked into the Dearborn County Law Enforcement Center on charges of Murder and Resisting Arrest, according to local law enforcement.
The investigation began around 5:40 a.m. when officers received reports of gunshots near U.S. 50, close to Campo Verde Drive and Gilday Drive in Dillsboro. Police quickly located a vehicle believed to be involved in the incident. According to authorities, the driver allegedly fled the scene, crashing the vehicle before escaping on foot.
The pursuit prompted a five-hour manhunt in the surrounding area. Law enforcement officials reported that the suspect, Wellman, was taken into custody shortly after 11 a.m., bringing the search to a close.
During the investigation, officers discovered the body of a deceased male in a wooded area on Texas Gas Road near the intersection of Hueseman Road. Police say the victim appeared to have been shot multiple times. Authorities have not released the identity of the victim at this time, citing ongoing investigative procedures and the need to notify next of kin.
The Dearborn County Prosecutor’s Office is expected to formally announce additional charges in the coming days. Officials have emphasized that the investigation remains active and are urging anyone with information to come forward to assist in the case.
“This is a tragic incident that has impacted our community,” said a spokesperson for local law enforcement. “Our thoughts are with the family of the victim, and we are committed to conducting a thorough investigation to ensure justice is served.”
Law enforcement officials also reminded the public about safety measures and encouraged residents to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activity. The investigation continues as authorities work to piece together the events that led to the fatal shooting.
As the Dillsboro community processes the shocking events of Thursday morning, police have reiterated that the priority remains securing public safety, supporting the victim’s family, and ensuring that Brent David Wellman faces the full weight of the law for his alleged actions.
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