Indianapolis, IN – A woman is dead and two police vehicles were allegedly struck by gunfire after a domestic disturbance escalated into a fatal officer-involved shooting on Indianapolis’ east side Thursday morning.
According to the Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department (IMPD), officers responded around 7:20 a.m. to the 4800 block of North Ritter Avenue after receiving reports of a person shot. At the scene, officers located an adult female with injuries consistent with gunshot wounds. Indianapolis Emergency Medical Services transported her to an area hospital, where she was pronounced dead. Detectives say preliminary information suggests the incident began as a domestic disturbance.
Police allege the suspect fled the scene in a vehicle, leading to a pursuit by IMPD officers. During the chase, the suspect reportedly fired several shots at officers, striking at least two fully marked police vehicles. Officers returned fire, and the pursuit ended in the 900 block of West 32nd Street after the suspect allegedly exited the vehicle and pointed a rifle at police.
IMPD states that the suspect was given loud commands before an officer-involved shooting took place. The suspect was then taken into custody with assistance from the IMPD SWAT team, who also rendered first aid. The suspect was transported to a local hospital in critical condition and was later pronounced deceased.
Authorities confirm all involved officers were wearing activated body-worn cameras during the incident. The Marion County Prosecutor’s Office and Marion County Coroner’s Office are assisting with the ongoing investigation. Officers involved have been placed on administrative leave, which is standard procedure in such cases.
Detectives emphasize there is no ongoing threat to the community. Anyone with information is encouraged to contact Detective Gary Toms at 317-327-3475 or call Crime Stoppers at 317-262-TIPS.
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