Courtney Spinelli
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Indianapolis, IN, United States
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Hit-and-run driver slams into Greenwood home, leaving family to pick up the pieces
GREENWOOD, Ind. — A family in Greenwood has been left to pick up the pieces after a hit-and-run driver crashed into their home. “I was startled awake, but I wasn’t really sure why I had woken up. I thought it was maybe thunder,” said Laura Dalton. It was just before 4:30 a.m. on the morning […] → Read More
New group fitness program for amputees launches in Indianapolis
INDIANAPOLIS — A local physical therapist is working to making group fitness more accessible for amputees in Central Indiana. “I’ve always had this idea of starting my own gym, specifically for amputees,” said Curtis Wainman, who specializes in working with people with lower extremity amputations. Wainman, who is the manager of education and community resources […] → Read More
Hancock Co. officials share message amid recent incidents involving guns, BB guns
GREENFIELD, Ind. — Authorities in Hancock County are taking a strong stand amid recent incidents involving guns and realistic-looking BB guns. Earlier this week, officials released a joint statement, making it clear that crimes involving firearms will not be tolerated in Hancock County. “Gun violence has no place in our communities,” the statement read. “The […] → Read More
IMPD working with Latino community to bridge gaps in trust, communication
In an effort to seek solutions and bridge gaps between the Latino community and law enforcement, police, faith leaders and residents met Tuesday night to have an open discussion. → Read More
IMPD: Community cooperation from Emerson Heights residents leads to arrest
INDIANAPOLIS — The Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department is crediting help from community members as playing a crucial role in a recent arrest. According to police, community cooperation, investigative tools and technology, and work by IMPD’s Violent Crimes Task Force detectives combined to help solve a case and lead to the arrest of a teenage boy […] → Read More
East side barber shop gives back to community days after deadly shooting
A shooting at an east side barber shop claimed the life of a man, injured two others, and left countless people to cope with the trauma of what happened. → Read More
4-year-old girl, grandmother shot at home in Avon, man arrested in connection to case
AVON, Ind. — A woman and child were injured and a third person is under arrest in connection to a shooting in Avon early Wednesday afternoon. According to the Avon Police Department, officers responded to a report of two people shot in the 7300 block of Glensford Drive just before 12:45 p.m. When officers arrived, […] → Read More
ATF holds training for first responders on homemade explosives
This week, the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) is conducting training at the Delaware County Sheriff's Office (DCSO) for first responders to learn about homemade explosives. → Read More
Triple shooting across from near north side church leaves 1 dead
According to the Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department, the shooting occurred around 1:15 p.m. outside Broadway United Methodist Church located near E. 29th Street and Fall Creek Parkway N. Drive. → Read More
Community honors fallen Richmond police K9 officer Seara Burton
RICHMOND, Ind. — Richmond Police Department K9 officer Seara Burton fought for her life for more than five weeks after she was shot in the head on Aug. 10 in the line of duty. On Sept. 1, Burton was removed from life support, but continued to show the community the meaning of the slogan “Seara […] → Read More
Separate shootings leave 2 dead on violent Thursday in Indianapolis
Two investigations are underway by Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department homicide detectives after two people were killed in separate shootings. → Read More
IMPD, city officials join residents, businesses on public safety walk in Broad Ripple
INDIANAPOLIS — Indianapolis Mayor Joe Hogsett, Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department (IMPD) leadership, neighborhood association volunteers and other city officials participated in a public safety walk early Wednesday evening in Broad Ripple. Officials said the goal behind these walks, which began in 2017, is to build bridges of trust between area residents and the officers serving […] → Read More
‘Always there to help us’: Friend remembers man killed in east side shooting
Loved ones are mourning the loss of a man gunned down early Monday morning in an east side neighborhood, while police continue to search for his killer. → Read More
Toddler’s death ruled a homicide; IMPD, advocates discuss child abuse prevention
INDIANAPOLIS — Officials announced that the death of a toddler in Indianapolis is now being investigated as a homicide. According to the Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department (IMPD), officers with East District were called on May 6 to the Norwood Inn, located at 2349 Post Drive, for a report of an unresponsive child. When officers arrived, […] → Read More
‘Not going anywhere’: Community rallies for Richmond officer shot during traffic stop
As Richmond Police Department officer Seara Burton continues to fight for her life, stories of the love and support she's shown her community continue to emerge. → Read More
Muncie barber shop thanking law enforcement with free haircuts
The team at Maxwell's Barber Shop in Muncie is working to say 'thank you' to members of law enforcement by offering them free haircuts through the end of August. → Read More
‘He’s a true hero’: New mural to pay tribute to fallen Elwood police officer
ELWOOD, Ind. — The community continues to honor the service and sacrifice of Elwood officer Noah Shahnavaz, who died Sunday morning in the line of duty. At the Elwood Municipal Center, a cruiser adorned in flowers, teddy bears, flags, and messages of sympathy, serves as a reminder of the countless lives the 24-year-old officer and […] → Read More
Fellow soldiers remember Elwood officer and Army veteran killed in line of duty
People around the globe are standing with the Elwood community in solidarity, mourning the loss of an officer shot and killed Sunday morning in the line of duty. → Read More
Muncie police: 5-year-old girl dies after being shot by 6-year-old brother
According to the Muncie Police Department, officers were called to the 2800 block of S. Monroe Street at approximately 2:25 p.m. in response to a shooting within a residence. Police said upon arrival officers discovered a firearm had been discharged inside the home resulting in the 5-year-old being struck. → Read More
IMPD North District increases roving roll calls to engage community, prevent crime
INDIANAPOLIS — As many as four times a week, IMPD officers on North District late shift are starting their day at different locations, connecting with their community, while simultaneously working to deter and prevent crime. These “roving roll calls” aren’t new to the department, but they are happening more than ever on one shift in […] → Read More