UPDATE: Homicide victim identified as 25-year-old Donovan Russell
Posted: Jul 26, 2025 5:36 AM EDT | Updated: Jul 26, 2025 4:08 PM EDT

SOUTH BEND, Ind. -- South Bend Police Department were called to the 3000 block of Sheridan Plaza around 3 a.m. in response to a shooting.
Officers located a male victim suffering from gunshot wounds who was ultimately pronounced dead at the scene. The male victim was identified as 25-year-old Donovan Russell. His autopsy is scheduled for tomorrow in Kalamazoo.
The SBPD Violent Crimes Unit is actively investigating this case.
Anyone with information is asked to contact the Detective Bureau by calling 574-235-9263.
To remain anonymous, contact Michiana Crime Stoppers by calling 574-288-STOP or visiting the website.
ABC57 will continue to update with more information as it is released.