Articles tagged as: gun violence
November 13, 2023
Gun violence survivors may hesitate to seek mental health care despite trauma, new study found
Survivors of nonfatal shootings do not always seek professional mental health help despite trauma, according to a new study. Stigma and fear of getting in trouble are some of the reasons why.
Read MoreOctober 31, 2023
Coroner identifies 16-year-old killed at north side party early Sunday
Nine people were shot and one person was killed on Indianapolis’ north side early Sunday morning, at what police called a large party.
Read MoreJuly 18, 2023
Special attorneys will target violent crime offenders with federal charges
Indianapolis leaders announced more details Tuesday on the city’s effort to prosecute more people on the federal level for violent crimes.
Read MoreJune 30, 2023
Law enforcement outlines measures to prevent violence in Broad Ripple over holiday weekend
Law enforcement announced measures to prevent violence in Broad Ripple this coming holiday weekend.
Read MoreJune 28, 2023
Here’s how you can get a free gun lock in Marion County
Indianapolis has seen an increase in accidental shootings among adults and children in 2023 compared to the year before. Law enforcement will give out free gun locks in an effort to curb dozens of accidental injuries and deaths in Marion County.
Read MoreJune 15, 2023
City leaders announce first ‘Gun Free Zone’ at weekend music festival
The step is one of several initiatives Indianapolis Mayor Joe Hogsett laid out in his violence reduction plan last month.
Read MoreJune 11, 2023
Indianapolis marks 100th homicide during violent weekend – at least 22 shot
Indianapolis marked its 100th homicide of the year during a violent weekend where at least 18 people were shot, including three children.
Read MoreJune 5, 2023
Council passes no turn on red proposals, Pan Am Plaza hotel project
The council passed measures that prohibit turns on red lights, including in the downtown core. The proposals moved forward despite new state legislation that aims to stop the ban.
Read MoreMay 25, 2023
Indianapolis Mayor Joe Hogsett announces next phase in plan to reduce violent crime
Indianapolis Mayor Joe Hogsett announced major changes to his public safety strategy Thursday.
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