A 4-year-old boy reported missing on July 4 was found dead on Indianapolis' west side; police say detectives have opened a death investigation.

A hit-and-run on the ramp from I‑465 to I‑74 on Indianapolis’ west side left one person dead early Sunday. Indiana State Police have reconstructionists on scene and are seeking witnesses.

A mortar-shell fireworks accident in Monroe County on July 4, 2024 left one person seriously injured and airlifted to Indianapolis. Investigators are asking for witnesses.

A 53-year-old Terre Haute man, Ryan B. Davenport, was arrested in White County after an Indiana State Police probe and is being held on rape and sexual-battery charges.

A man was killed early Sunday on Indianapolis' near northeast side; IMPD homicide detectives are investigating and asking for tips from witnesses.

Three young people were injured near Sarah T. Bolton Park after Friday's fireworks; police say injuries are non‑life‑threatening and are asking for tips.

A 16-year-old Greenfield youth was charged as an adult after police say two firearms shown on Instagram were recovered during a search. The case is pending in circuit court.

Two juveniles were detained after one reportedly fired a single round near Patterson and Lafayette; a firearm was recovered and one teen was taken to juvenile custody.

IMPD detectives made seven arrests after Thursday warrants tied to June south‑side shots. Officers say nine guns, including two AR‑style pistols and a conversion device, were seized.

Richmond police say Michael Sloan was arrested on a charge of dealing in a controlled substance resulting in death after investigators tied a suspected sale to a fatal overdose.

Four juveniles were arrested after a Garfield Park robbery attempt left a teen shot in what police describe as self-defense. The Marion County prosecutor will review charges.

Former IU guard James Blackmon Jr., 31, was arrested in Carmel on suspicion of operating while intoxicated; police obtained a warrant for a blood draw and results are pending.

Court documents say 43-year-old Antonio Lee was charged with attempted murder after a south-side shooting captured on video following an alleged overdose.