Crime
2 Shot at Cardinal Ritter High School in Indianapolis After Fight Between Parents and Coaches Escalates to Gunfire
A dispute that erupted after a youth football game at Cardinal Ritter High School on Saturday night resulted in a shooting.
The Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department (IMPD) responded to the school around 10:18 PM after receiving reports of multiple individuals being shot.
While initial reports suggested children were involved, further investigation revealed that only two adult males had been injured.
One victim was transported to a local hospital in critical condition, while the other was deemed stable.
Police determined that the shooting stemmed from an argument that arose in the school’s parking lot following the conclusion of the football game.
According to IMPD Night Watch Captain Rob Rider, the argument escalated between parents and coaches from opposing teams, leading to one individual opening fire.
As of midnight Sunday, IMPD had not made any arrests or identified any persons of interest.
The ages of the youth participants in the game were not immediately available, but Rider confirmed they were below the age of teenagers and not high school students.
The incident was unrelated to Cardinal Ritter High School, and none of the school’s personnel were involved or present at the time of the shooting.
Captain Rider expressed deep sadness over the tragic outcome, emphasizing that families and children should be able to enjoy sporting events without fear of violence.
MEMPHIS, Tenn. – Memphis Police are actively investigating a deadly shooting that occurred Sunday at Tom Lee Park, which left a teenager dead and prompted a large-scale law enforcement response.
According to authorities, the shooting took place during the afternoon hours while hundreds of people were gathered at the park for the Foodees Food and Culture Festival.
Officers responded to the scene and found a teenage victim suffering from gunshot wounds.
The victim was pronounced dead at the scene.
Police have not yet released the victim’s exact age or identity, pending notification of next of kin.
Investigators have released a limited suspect description, stating the individual is believed to be a young male dressed entirely in black, including a ski mask, at the time of the shooting.
Surveillance footage from the area is currently under review, as the park and surrounding downtown areas are equipped with multiple cameras.
David Wayne Brown, CEO of CrimeStoppers of Memphis and Shelby County, urged community members to come forward with any information—no matter how small—reiterating that all tips remain strictly anonymous.
“We know people are often afraid to speak out, worried that their identity might be revealed. But CrimeStoppers guarantees anonymity,” said Brown. “Even the smallest detail—something like the color of clothing—can help detectives piece together what happened and identify the suspect.”
Authorities are encouraging anyone who was in the area at the time of the shooting, or who may have seen anything suspicious, to contact CrimeStoppers at (901) 528-CASH. Investigators believe public assistance could be critical in solving this case.
The investigation remains ongoing, and police have not confirmed whether the shooting was targeted or random.
Further updates will be provided as new information becomes available.