BG Police investigating attempted murder and aggravated burglary

Bowling Green Police Division is investigating an attempted murder and aggravated burglary.

This morning at 10:53, police responded to 1017 S. Main St. after receiving a report of a male who had slashed several tires on a vehicle. While responding to that location, reports about shots being fired at 1039 Varsity West were also received.  

Upon arrival, officers determined that the incidents were related.  The resident at 1039 Varsity West stated that Tyson Lynndale Wells, 44, of Bloomington, Indiana, had attempted to enter the apartment.  

The resident confronted Wells, at which time Wells allegedly discharged a firearm into the apartment.  No one was struck by the gunfire.  

Wells then reportedly fled the scene in a dark-colored pickup truck. Officers were unable to locate the vehicle.  The scene was processed by Bowling Green Police detectives.  

Tyson Lynndale Wells

A warrant for Wells was filed at the Bowling Green Municipal Court for Attempted Murder and Aggravated Burglary.

Anyone with information regarding this incident or the whereabouts of Wells is urged to contact Det. Sgt. Hartman at 419-352-1131.  Callers who wish to remain anonymous can call the Wood County Crime Stoppers at 1-800-54-CRIME (419-352-0077).