Indianapolis, IN – A 41-year-old man has been arrested in connection with a fatal shooting on Indianapolis’ south side, with police crediting community tips for helping detectives make a swift arrest just two days after the homicide.
According to the Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department (IMPD), officers responded Monday, December 22, to the 7500 block of South Village Way after receiving reports of a person shot. Officers located an adult male suffering from traumatic injuries. The victim was transported to an area hospital, where he later died.
IMPD homicide detectives and the Marion County Coroner’s Office responded to the scene to begin the investigation. The coroner’s office determined the victim had been shot, and the death was officially ruled a homicide.
On Wednesday, December 24, multiple tips from community members led IMPD Northwest District officers to the 5400 block of Georgetown Road, where detectives located 41-year-old Al Fisher sitting inside a vehicle. Police say Fisher allegedly fled when officers attempted a vehicle stop, crashing the car shortly afterward.
According to police, Fisher attempted to run from the scene on foot but was quickly taken into custody without further incident. Investigators allege Fisher was involved in the December 22 homicide. Formal charges were pending at the time of the arrest announcement.
IMPD officials emphasized that the rapid arrest highlights the importance of public cooperation during violent crime investigations. Detectives say information provided by community members played a critical role in identifying the suspect and locating him in less than 48 hours.
Police continue to encourage anyone with additional information related to the case or other violent crimes to contact IMPD or Crime Stoppers. Tips can be submitted anonymously.
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