17-Year-Old Charged in Indianapolis Shooting that Injured Seven Juveniles

The Marion County Prosecutor’s Office has announced charges against a 17-year-old suspect in connection with a shooting incident that resulted in injuries to at least seven juveniles in downtown Indianapolis last month.

The suspect, identified as King Dennis, faces charges of dangerous possession of a firearm and two counts of criminal recklessness, as per court documents. Despite being a minor, Dennis has been charged as an adult, according to the prosecutor’s office.

Dennis was apprehended on Friday, as confirmed by a Facebook post from the Indianapolis Metro Police Department.

The shooting incident occurred near a mall in downtown Indianapolis, where seven children aged between 12 and 17 sustained injuries. Fortunately, all victims received medical attention at local hospitals and were reported to be in stable condition following the shooting.

Details regarding the circumstances leading to the shooting and the number of individuals involved in the incident remain unclear, as per police statements.

Law enforcement officers responded to the scene around 11:30 p.m. on March 30, where they discovered a large gathering of juveniles, including those who had been shot. Indianapolis Police Deputy Chief Tanya Terry expressed deep concern over the prevalence of gun violence affecting young people and emphasized the urgent need to address the issue.

In response to the incident, police have intensified their efforts to monitor large juvenile crowds in downtown areas during evenings. Additional resources have been allocated to ensure a stronger police presence and to proactively prevent potentially dangerous situations.

Terry reiterated the necessity of ending the cycle of conflict resolution through gun violence among young individuals, emphasizing the importance of intervention and prevention measures.