MISHAWAKA, Ind. — The Mishawaka community is mourning the loss of Dustin Abraham Sr., who was identified by police as the man found deceased early Tuesday morning in a parking lot on the city’s north side. He was 39 years old.
Officers with the Mishawaka Police Department were dispatched just before 5:30 a.m. to the area of North Logan Street and West Marion Street following a report of a body discovered outdoors. Police said they located Abraham in the parking lot of Artistic Hair at approximately 5:45 a.m., where he was pronounced dead.
Authorities confirmed that family members were already aware of Abraham’s passing and had contacted the department to alert officers to his location and identity. Their cooperation helped investigators quickly confirm who he was during the early stages of the response.
A homicide investigation remains ongoing. Police have stated that the incident appears to be isolated and that there is no immediate danger to the public. No additional details about the circumstances surrounding Abraham’s death have been released at this time as detectives continue their work.
The tragedy has deeply affected those who knew Abraham and has resonated throughout the Mishawaka community. While much remains under investigation, friends, family members, and loved ones are left grieving the sudden and heartbreaking loss of a man taken too soon.
In a statement shared on social media, Artistic Hair, the business near where Abraham was found, confirmed that its staff members were safe and expressed their cooperation with law enforcement. The business said it is assisting investigators by providing access to surveillance cameras and temporarily closing during the investigation.
“Just want to let everyone know our staff is safe,” the statement read. “At Artistic Hair we don’t condone this violence but can assure that Artistic Hair is still a safe place and we are working with the Mishawaka police with our cameras. We cannot give details but this morning we are not able to work as they investigate.”
Police are asking anyone who may have information related to the shooting to come forward. Tips can be provided by contacting the Mishawaka Police Detective Bureau at 574-258-1684, or by submitting an anonymous tip to Michiana Crime Stoppers at 576-288-STOP (7867).
As the investigation continues, loved ones remember Dustin Abraham Sr. for the life he lived and the connections he shared with those around him. The community now waits for answers while holding space for remembrance, reflection, and healing.
This is a developing story, and updates are expected as more information becomes available.
