URGENT UPDATE: A shooting and car crash on Indianapolis’ west side early Sunday morning has left one individual critically injured and three others hurt. The incidents unfolded around 3 a.m. in the 3500 block of Lafayette Road, prompting a rapid response from the Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department (IMPD).
Authorities report that a man was found with a gunshot wound and was quickly transported to the hospital in critical condition. Details surrounding the circumstances of the shooting remain scant, but the urgency of the situation is palpable.
In a troubling turn, just before 3:30 a.m., a separate vehicle crash occurred outside of The Pony, an adult entertainment venue on Lafayette Road. Reports indicate that two individuals were critically injured and two others sustained stable injuries when a car collided with a barricade, injuring two pedestrians in the process.
The driver of the vehicle, who also suffered gunshot wounds, was located by IMPD shortly after 3:05 a.m.. This driver was the only person confirmed to have sustained gun-related injuries.
IMPD Captain John Arvin addressed the media, confirming that the suspected shooter, identified as an off-duty officer from a different department, remained at the scene and was detained for questioning. The motivation behind the shooting and crash is still under investigation, and police have already interviewed two security guards from the club for additional context.
As the IMPD’s critical response team continues to investigate, the community reels from the impact of this violent chain of events. The intersection of gun violence and reckless driving has raised urgent concerns among residents and officials alike.
Authorities urge anyone with information about the incidents to come forward as they work to piece together the details of this alarming situation. Stay tuned for updates as this story develops.
