Crime
Anthony Rome Harlin Jr killed after shooting on east side of Indianapolis
A shooting on Indianapolis’ east side Monday night resulted in the death of a man, identified as Anthony Rome Harlin Jr .
Officers from the Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department (IMPD) responded to reports of a person shot in the 8700 block of East Washington Street around 6 p.m.
Upon arrival, they found Anthony suffering from gunshot wounds.
Emergency responders transported Anthony to a nearby hospital, but despite life-saving efforts, he was pronounced dead shortly after arrival.
The incident occurred at a Phillips 66 gas station, as determined by investigative crews.
IMPD homicide detectives, along with the Indianapolis-Marion County Forensic Services Agency and the Marion County Coroner’s Office, are working together on the case.
The coroner’s office is expected to confirm the identity of the deceased following proper notification of his family.
IMPD has urged anyone with information about the shooting to come forward. Detective Douglas Swails can be reached at (317) 327-3475 or via email at Douglas.Swails@indy.gov. Anonymous tips can also be submitted through Crime Stoppers of Central Indiana by calling (317) 262-8477, using the P3Tips mobile app, or visiting www.CrimeTips.org.
Authorities continue to investigate the motive behind the shooting and are appealing for community assistance to solve the case.
Christian County, Mo. — Authorities have identified the suspect accused of fatally shooting a deputy with the Christian County Sheriff’s Office during a traffic stop as Richard Bird.
At the time the Blue Alert was issued, the suspect had not yet been taken into custody.
According to law enforcement officials, the deputy initiated a traffic stop involving a 2001 Chevrolet extended cab pickup truck along State Highway 160 near Highlandville.
During the stop, the suspect allegedly opened fire, fatally wounding the deputy before fleeing the scene.
The suspect was reported to have traveled southbound on Highway 160 following the shooting.
Authorities described the suspect vehicle as a black 2001 Chevrolet extended cab pickup truck equipped with a silver brush guard, black body trim, tinted rear windows, and a three-ball trailer hitch. The vehicle was bearing Missouri license plate 9MG-X36.
A statewide Blue Alert was issued to notify the public and assist in locating the suspect.
Law enforcement officials urged residents not to approach the vehicle or suspect if located, but instead to immediately call 911 and provide detailed information while remaining at a safe distance.
Christian County is situated south of Springfield and north of Branson, an area that sees significant travel due to its proximity to the Ozarks.
Multiple agencies across the region coordinated efforts in response to the alert.
Authorities have not yet released further details regarding the circumstances surrounding the shooting or the status of the investigation.
Law enforcement officials expressed their condolences to the deputy’s family, colleagues, and the community as they continue to pursue justice in the case.