Authorities in Fort Dodge are intensifying efforts to locate a man wanted in connection with a recent shooting, as Webster County Crime Stoppers has increased the reward for information leading to his arrest.
Dontay B. Diekman, 41, of Fort Dodge, is wanted on a charge of attempted murder following a shooting last month. Diekman is described as being 5 feet 6 inches tall and weighing approximately 220 pounds. He is considered armed and dangerous, according to the Fort Dodge Police Department (FDPD).
On Thursday, Webster County Crime Stoppers announced an increase in the reward to $500 for any tips that assist in locating Diekman.
The investigation stems from two separate shooting incidents. The first occurred around 5:30 p.m. on a Thursday in the 400 block of North 10th Street, where officers found a male victim suffering from a gunshot wound to the leg. The victim was transported to a nearby hospital, and his injuries were not believed to be life-threatening.
The second incident took place the following Friday at approximately 4:00 a.m. in the 1400 block of 4th Avenue South. Emergency responders found a man with a gunshot wound to the face. Authorities stated that the injury was also not life-threatening, but no further details about the victim’s condition have been released.
The Fort Dodge Police Department urges anyone with information on Diekman’s whereabouts to come forward.
Anyone with information can contact the Fort Dodge Police Department at 515-573-2323.
Anonymous tips can also be submitted to Webster County Crime Stoppers by calling 515-573-1444 or by texting “LEC” and the tip to 274-637.
