INDIANAPOLIS, IN – A rideshare driver and a teenage passenger were injured in a shooting incident on the far east side of Indianapolis late Thursday evening. The incident occurred around 9:30 p.m. at the Amber Woods Apartments near Mitthoeffer Road, shortly after the driver arrived to pick up two teenagers.
According to police reports, the driver was approached by two individuals who ordered him to exit the vehicle. In an attempt to evade the potential threat, the driver accelerated away from the scene. However, the suspects fired shots at the moving vehicle, striking both the driver and one of the teenage passengers, a girl.
Despite his injuries, the driver managed to drive to a nearby laundromat at 38th Street and Mitthoeffer Road, where he called for help. Emergency responders arrived promptly, and both victims were transported to a local hospital. Authorities reported that their conditions were stable.
The Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department (IMPD) has emphasized the importance of safety when using rideshare services. They advise passengers to inform someone they trust about their travel plans and to use tracking applications like Life360 to share their location in real time.
Police are actively investigating the incident and urge anyone with information to come forward. Tips can be submitted directly to the IMPD or through Crime Stoppers, with the assurance of confidentiality.
The community is reminded to remain vigilant and cautious when using rideshare services, particularly in areas where incidents like this have occurred. The IMPD continues to work diligently to ensure the safety of residents and visitors.
As the investigation unfolds, local authorities are hopeful that the suspects will be identified and brought to justice, reinforcing the message that such acts of violence will not be tolerated in the city.