Two teenage boys were killed and five others wounded in a mass shooting early Saturday in downtown Indianapolis, police said.
Gunfire Erupts in Downtown Indianapolis
Officers responded to reports of a disturbance near Washington and Meridian Street at 1:27 a.m. and heard gunshots upon arrival. A 16-year-old boy was found dead at the scene.
Victims Mostly Teens and Young Adults
Five others were hospitalized, including a 15-year-old boy who later died. Police said the other victims include a 16-year-old, a 17-year-old, two 19-year-olds, and a 21-year-old. One victim drove themselves to the hospital.
No Suspects or Motive Identified
As of Saturday afternoon, no suspects had been identified, and the motive remains unknown. The investigation is ongoing.
City Leaders Decry the Violence
Indianapolis Police Chief Chris Bailey voiced frustration over the ongoing violence, while Mayor Joe Hogsett called the tragedy preventable and expressed sorrow for the victims’ families.
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