FORT DODGE – After a horrific shooting in Fort Dodge in which a male victim took a bullet to the face, cops are hunting a suspect they consider to be very dangerous, and warned folks that harboring a fugitive is a serious crime, and not to approach him, even though a $500 reward for his capture is available.
On Friday, March 28, 2025, at approximately 4:06 AM, the Webster County Telecommunications Center received a call of someone being shot at 1433 4th Avenue S, in Fort Dodge. Officers with the Fort Dodge Police Department, Deputies with the Webster County Sheriff’s Office, and Fort Dodge Fire responded.
When officers arrived on scene, they located a male with a gunshot wound to the face inside the residence. Fort Dodge Fire transported the male by ambulance to Unity Point‐Trinity Regional Medical Center. The injury sustained by the male is not believed to be life threatening.
Upon further investigation by law enforcement on scene, witnesses were located as well and physical evidence was collected. Members of the Criminal Investigation Division were called in to assist with the investigation. Investigators worked to determine exactly what took place that morning.
The Fort Dodge Police Department was assisted on scene by the Fort Dodge Fire Department, the Webster County Sheriffs Office, and the Webster County Attorney’s Office.
Following this incident, the Fort Dodge Police Department’s Criminal Investigations Division along with the Webster County Attorneys Office have continued to track down leads and gather information. As a result of the ongoing investigation thus far, arrest warrants have been issued for Dontay B. Diekman (pictured at top) of Fort Dodge on the following charges;
– Attempt to Commit Murder (B Felony)
– Going Armed with Intent (D Felony)
– Possession of Firearm as Felon (D Felony)
Diekman is described as being 41‐years‐old, 5’6” tall, and weighing approximately 220 pounds. Diekman should be considered armed and dangerous. If anyone knows the whereabouts of Mr. Diekman, they are encouraged to contact law enforcement immediately.
Additionally, as part of the investigation, Webster County Crime Stoppers initially offered a $250.00 reward for information that leads to his arrest.
At this time, the Fort Dodge Police Department, along with the Webster County Attorney’s Office continues its search for Dontay Diekman, who remains wanted on multiple charges. Authorities say all agencies involved in this investigation are determined to reach a resolution for the victim as well as anyone else that has been affected by this incident in the Fort Dodge community.
“For your safety, we advise against approaching Mr. Diekman directly,” police said.
“As we work diligently to bring this investigation to a peaceful conclusion, we also want to remind the public that knowingly assisting someone who is evading arrest can have legal consequences. Our goal is not to alarm but to encourage the community to make responsible choices and help the Fort Dodge Police Department keep our community safe.”
Additionally, Webster County Crime Stoppers has offered to increase the reward for information that leads to the arrest of the suspect from $250.00 to $500.00.