Lindsey Eaton, FOX59 News

Lindsey Eaton

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Indianapolis, IN, United States

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Past articles by Lindsey:

Indianapolis home covered in bullet holes, IMPD investigating

INDIANAPOLIS — A family came back to their Indianapolis home over the weekend to find bullet holes all over their walls. There’s now a big bullet hole right above a couch and inches away from a framed symbol of the family’s faith. “The first emotion that comes to mind is anger,” said Vincent Hicks, a […] → Read More

Cyclists ask for safety changes after cars seen driving on the Monon Trail

INDIANAPOLIS — Unwelcome visitors on the Monon Trail. More cars are showing up where they don’t belong. People who use the trail to bike, run and walk the area are pleading for action before someone gets hurt. “It’s pretty scary,” said local cyclist Alexander Geragotelis. “You’re just going along and you’re not expecting it and […] → Read More

87-year-old man killed in central Indiana camper fire

LAPEL, Ind. – An elderly man was killed over the weekend when his central Indiana camper caught fire. “You just hope for a different outcome than what we got Saturday,” said Jessica Marvel, an EMT with Lapel Stony Creek Township Fire Territory. Around 7 a.m. Saturday, a neighbor called 911 to report a camper was […] → Read More

First responders and Carmel family reiterate the importance of knowing life-saving skills

CARMEL, Ind.- Behind the big smile is a little girl named Vera. She’s a 5-year-old, kindergartner that may not realize a scary day a couple of years ago is now part of her family’s purpose. “We lived a miracle. Everybody did exactly what they were meant to do,” said Erin Uber, Vera’s mom. In April 2020, […] → Read More

Family asking for community’s help finding who killed 18-year-old Vyshonn Harrington

INDIANAPOLIS – As Antessha Skinner holds a pillow covered in her nephew’s pictures, other family members behind her hold reward posters. “It’s kind of hard because it’s been a year and we still have nothing,” said Antessha Skinner, the victim’s aunt. Last year on November 12, Vyshonn Harrington planned to meet a woman at an […] → Read More

Muncie boy shoots and kills himself, law enforcement officers reminding gun owners to secure firearms

MUNCIE, Ind. — A Muncie mother and her boyfriend are charged in the shooting death of a 4-year-old boy. Monday afternoon, police were called out to a home on South Burlington Drive and found the little boy suffering from a gunshot wound. He was rushed to the hospital where he sadly died. “It’s definitely heartbreaking to […] → Read More

Carroll County Sheriff Tobe Leazenby describes arrest of Delphi suspect as a ‘sense of relief’

For more than 5 years, Carroll County Sheriff Tobe Leazenby kept a picture of one of the sketches and a printed off screenshot of the Delphi murder suspect on the front of his filing cabinet. → Read More

Staffing shortages, inflation driving up costs for aging Hoosiers to find affordable at-home care

Amid a national shortage of workers, aging Americans are facing unprecedented difficulties when it comes to getting care. At-home help is harder to find, and it’s costing nearly two to three times more, putting a burden on caregivers. The healthcare industry calls it the “Silver Tsunami.” The U.S. is now made up of a majority […] → Read More

Authorities searching for car shop employee accused of scamming customers

Authorities are searching for 45-year-old John Bragg II in connection to a case crossing state lines. Bragg is facing theft and fraud charges in Indiana and in Florida. → Read More

Police search for armed suspects who robbed Starbucks on the city’s east side

INDIANAPOLIS — Police are searching for two armed robbers who broke into a Starbucks on the city’s east side. The suspects were both caught on camera. “They were motivated to get in there and they were determined,” said Daniel Rosenberg, Director Coordinator with Crime Stoppers of central Indiana. The robbery happened Sunday around 5 a.m. […] → Read More

Armed suspects caught on camera robbing east side Starbucks

INDIANAPOLIS — Police are searching for two armed robbers who broke into a Starbucks on the city’s east side. The suspects were both caught on camera. “They were motivated to get in there and they were determined,” said Daniel Rosenberg, Director Coordinator with Crime Stoppers of central Indiana. The robbery happened Sunday around 5 a.m. […] → Read More

Church bus hit during spree of catalytic converter thefts in Kokomo

KOKOMO, Ind.- Kokomo Police are investigating a spree of catalytic converter thefts where thieves targeted restaurants, businesses, and even a church. “It’s frustrating,” said Sharon Daniel, Executive Director New Life Church. Less than 24 hours after picking up church members for Sunday service, New Life Church bus is now out of commission. Sometime overnight someone […] → Read More

Family offers $25,000 reward for information leading to an arrest in teen’s homicide

INDIANPOLIS — A renewed push for justice and a new reward as an Indianapolis family is now offering $25,000 for information that leads to the person who killed 17-year-old Ross Mitchell. Last year over Labor Day weekend, Mitchell was playing ball with his younger brother outside their home on the city’s near east side. In […] → Read More

Family offers $25,000 reward for info leading to arrest in teenager’s homicide

INDIANPOLIS — A renewed push for justice and a new reward as an Indianapolis family is now offering $25,000 for information that leads to the person who killed 17-year-old Ross Mitchell. Last year over Labor Day weekend, Mitchell was playing ball with his younger brother outside their home on the city’s near east side. In […] → Read More

Vandals hit Kokomo playground, police investigating several crimes in Indian Heights neighborhood

KOKOMO, Ind. – Kokomo Police are investigating several crimes in a neighborhood on the southside of the city. A playground is covered in graffiti, on the slides, in the tunnel and even underneath the equipment. “It’s happening too much and too often,” said Debby Rayn, a neighbor. Overnight vandals spray painted vulgar pictures and words […] → Read More

Marion County Sheriff warning about increase in police impersonation scams

MARION COUNTY, Ind. — The Marion County Sheriff is warning about a big increase in police impersonation scams that try to make off with your money. “I think there’s probably a team of swindlers dedicated to this scam and I think they work their way around central Indiana,” said Mitch Gore, captain with Marion County […] → Read More

Greenfield Police investigating car break-in spree

GREENFIELD, Ind. — Greenfield Police are investigating a spree of car break-ins over the weekend that investigators say started Saturday as they continue to receive reports. “It’s kind of frightening in a small town like Greenfield to think this is going on,” said local homeowner Linda Hamilton. At least a dozen homeowners reported to police […] → Read More

Community remembering businessman killed in front of his funeral home

The community is coming together to remember a well-known and respected funeral director. 55-year-old James Dixon III was killed over the weekend, outside his business. → Read More

Crews rescue man, juvenile from Anderson lake

ANDERSON, Ind. – Crews rescued a man and a juvenile from a lake in Anderson. Just before 7 o’clock Tuesday evening, crews were called out to Rangeline Nature Preserve in Anderson for a water rescue. “The water is high; the current is fast. It can sweep you under quickly,” said Dave Cravens, Anderson Fire Chief. […] → Read More

Crews rescue man, juvenile from lake in Anderson

ANDERSON, Ind. – Crews rescued a man and a juvenile from a lake in Anderson. Just before 7 o’clock Tuesday evening, crews were called out to Rangeline Nature Preserve in Anderson for a water rescue. “The water is high; the current is fast. It can sweep you under quickly,” said Dave Cravens, Anderson Fire Chief. […] → Read More