INDIANAPOLIS — A 17-year-old was arrested in connection with a shooting Sunday afternoon that killed a man on the southwest side, according to the Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department.
Police responded to a call around 3 p.m. at the 1200 block of Kappes Street.
According to IMPD, the victim was in critical condition due to a gunshot wound, but later pronounced deceased by the Indianapolis Emergency Medical Services.
The man was identified as Larry Cagg, 43, Marion County Coroner's Office said Monday. His death was ruled a homicide.
On Monday, IMPD said William Elder, 17, had been arrested on suspicion of murder in connection with Cagg's death. Marion County prosecutors charged Elder with murder on July 14, records show.
Police believe the suspect and Cagg knew each other and say the shooting stemmed from a "disturbance."
-
Indianapolis EMS director sees surge in calls during heat wave
Due to the extreme heat, Indianapolis Emergency Medical Services has seen a spike in heat-related calls. People are encouraged to check on their neighbors and loved ones.
Indiana auto systems maker to shut down Terre Haute plant, cut 207 jobs
Auto system maker ThyssenKrupp Presta North America is closing its Terre Haute manufacturing facility, permanently eliminating 207 jobs over the next nine months.
Tips to keep your pets’ tail wagging during the Indiana heatwave
If it’s hot and uncomfortable for us, it is for them, too. Keeping your pets cool and safe amid the Indiana heatwave is just as important as keeping ourselves cool.
Dangerous heat across central Indiana
High heat and high humidity will continue through the rest of the week. Don’t expect much relief from the heat as overnight lows will only dip into the low 70s.
