Full Notification

UPDATE #1 (July 29, 2024) 

The IMPD officer shot in the line of duty Friday evening remains in good spirits and is on the road to recovery.  He will, however, remain in the hospital for several more days as he continues to heal and get stronger. Our department continues to pray for him, his family, and everyone involved in this incident, and we ask that you do the same. 

Regarding the investigation, no arrests have been made for the shooting.  Following a vehicle pursuit of a possibly connected vehicle, two individuals were arrested on unrelated charges including resisting law enforcement.  Investigators are still working to determine the connection, if any, this vehicle and these individuals have with the officer shot investigation.  There has been a great deal of information shared in the media from unofficial sources, which is disappointing given the sensitive nature of this case.  We will share updates with media when it is appropriate and when it has been confirmed.  These investigations take time, and we will not share any information that could potentially compromise our ability to get justice for our officer or for any victim.  

If there is a significant breakthrough in this case or an arrest is made, we will notify you as soon as appropriate. 

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INCIDENT TYPE: ---- Officer Shot While Investigating Shots Fired Call 

INCIDENT LOCATION:  East 36th St and North Wittfield St 

ASSIGNED DETECTIVE: Erika Jones, [email protected]  

*Media inquiries should be made to [email protected]*  

The information provided is preliminary and subject to change.  

On Friday, July 26, 2024, just after 8:40 p.m., Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department (IMPD) East District officers responded to a report of shots fired at East 36th St and North Wittfield Street.  Once on scene, officers were canvassing the area looking for potential victims and further evidence, including shell casings. At some point, shots were fired at officers from an unknown individual(s). An IMPD East District middle shift officer, who is in his eighth year with the department, was shot. One house was struck, and no residents were injured during this incident. 

Other officers already on scene immediately began providing medical aid, loaded the injured officer into a police car, and transported him to Eskenazi Hospital in stable condition.  

The IMPD K9 Unit, IMPD Special Weapons and Tactics team (SWAT), Drone officers, district officers and others responded to the scene to search the area.  

No IMPD officers fired their service weapons during this incident. 

The involved officers were equipped with body-worn cameras, which were activated during this incident. 

The Indianapolis-Marion County Forensic Services Agency responded to identify and collect potential forensic evidence. 

The IMPD Critical Incident Response Team responded to the scene to conduct the criminal investigation. 

The Police Officer Support Team (POST) responded to provide peer support for officers.  The IMPD Chaplain’s Office responded to assist with those involved. 

The IMPD Victims Assistance unit responded to assist officers, detectives, and family members. 

The FBI and ATF are on scene assisting with the investigation. 

There is no suspect in custody, and there is no suspect information to share.  Detectives are asking for anyone who lives in the area with doorbell or surveillance video, or if anyone saw something or if anyone has any information about this investigation, to contact Detective Erika Jones at the IMPD homicide office by calling 317-327-3475.  Alternatively, anyone with information can call Crime Stoppers anonymously at 317-262-TIPS. 

Case Number – IP240070100