Westfield, IN – A suspect is now in custody in connection to a homicide investigation in Westfield, with police announcing multiple serious charges following a search warrant executed early Tuesday morning.
According to the Westfield Police Department, officers served an arrest and search warrant on April 22 at approximately 6:45 a.m. in the 1900 block of Breman Lane in Indianapolis, located in the Indianapolis metro area of Hamilton County. Authorities say Justin A. Jones was taken into custody for his alleged involvement in the homicide of James “Matt” Lushin.
Investigators say the arrest follows the development of new evidence identifying an additional suspect in the case. Details about the circumstances surrounding the homicide have not been fully released.
Jones now faces several preliminary charges, including murder, conspiracy to commit murder, armed robbery, theft, and dealing marijuana with possession with intent.
Police emphasized that all charges are allegations, and the suspect is presumed innocent unless proven guilty in court.
Officials credited the arrest to coordinated efforts between detectives, criminalists, and assisting agencies. Authorities also noted that the investigation remains ongoing, and additional information could be released as it becomes available.
Anyone seeking further details is advised to contact the Hamilton County Prosecutor’s Office.
