A 15-year-old boy was wounded Tuesday night in a shooting on Indianapolis' far east side, police said. Officers were called to the 10000 block of John Jay Drive at the Amber Woods apartment complex, where they found the boy with injuries consistent with gunshot wounds. He was taken to a local hospital and listed in stable condition, according to authorities.
Police: No Suspects As Investigation Continues
According to FOX59, the Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department responded to the scene on March 10 and reported that officers had no suspect information as of about 11 p.m. Detectives opened an active investigation and are following up on leads while working to identify anyone who may have seen the shooting. Officers urged anyone with information to come forward.
Officer Plea, Youth Safety
IMPD Capt. Richard Ray told reporters that "parents and guardians are the first line of defense," as the station reported. Police said the boy spoke with investigators but has provided limited details so far, and officers are canvassing the area for witnesses or video. The department has not released any further information about how the shooting unfolded.
Amber Woods Apartments' Troubled History
The Amber Woods complex has drawn attention before. Local coverage has documented past shootings and at least one fatal incident in recent years, highlighting ongoing safety concerns at the property. a 2025 fatal shooting near John Jay Drive was previously reported by local media, and public radio outlet WFYI has covered earlier incidents at the complex. Community leaders and residents have repeatedly pushed for stronger security and more police presence after prior violence.
How To Help Investigators
Police are asking anyone with information to contact the IMPD Homicide Office at (317) 327-3475 or Crime Stoppers of Central Indiana at (317) 262-8477, as noted in local reporting. Investigators are also encouraging residents to check cell-phone, doorbell and security-camera footage around the 10000 block of John Jay Drive for anything that might help. Tips can be submitted anonymously through Crime Stoppers' app or website.
