Crime
20-year-old Jason Powell arrested in shooting death of 23-year-old Shannon Campbell on south side
The Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department (IMPD) Homicide Detectives have arrested 20-year-old Jason Powell for his alleged involvement in the January 3, 2025 murder of 23-year-old Shannon Campbell and the attempted murder of a second individual.
On Friday, January 3, 2025, shortly after 3:30 p.m., IMPD Southwest District officers responded to a report of a shooting in the 1800 block of Howard Street.
Upon arrival, officers discovered two adult males outside with gunshot wounds.
Emergency medical services arrived at the scene, where Shannon Campbell was tragically pronounced dead.
The second victim, who sustained critical injuries, was transported to a nearby hospital for treatment.
IMPD Homicide Detectives immediately launched an investigation, gathering critical information from the scene.
Detectives quickly identified a suspect vehicle through available technology and additional investigative techniques.
The investigation led to the identification of Jason Powell as the primary suspect in the case. On Monday, January 13, 2025, members of the IMPD Violent Crimes Unit (VCU), with the assistance of IMPD SWAT, located Powell in the 2800 block of Ludwig Avenue. He was taken into custody without incident.
Following consultation with the Marion County Prosecutor’s Office (MCPO), Powell was arrested and preliminarily charged with murder and attempted murder. The MCPO will review the case and make the final decision on formal charges.
Authorities emphasize that an arrest and charges are allegations at this stage, and all individuals are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.
This case highlights the IMPD’s commitment to using advanced technology and investigative techniques to swiftly address violent crime and bring suspects to justice.
Anyone with additional information related to this case is encouraged to contact IMPD Homicide Detectives or submit a tip anonymously through Crime Stoppers of Central Indiana at 317-262-TIPS.
Crime
Victims Identified in Deadly Robeson County Mass Shooting
Two Dead, 13 Injured in Mass Shooting at Large Party in Robeson County, North Carolina
ROBESON COUNTY, N.C. — A late-night party in eastern North Carolina turned deadly early Saturday morning when gunfire erupted, leaving two people dead and 13 others injured, according to the Robeson County Sheriff’s Office.
Sheriff Burnis Wilkins confirmed that deputies were called to the scene on Dixon Drive, just outside the town of Maxton, at approximately 3:00 a.m. following reports of a shooting at a large outdoor gathering attended by more than 150 people.
When deputies arrived, chaos had already unfolded — witnesses said over 150 individuals fled the area before law enforcement could secure the scene.
Authorities identified the deceased victims as Jessie Locklear and his son Nehemiah Locklear.
Several other victims sustained critical injuries and were transported to area hospitals for emergency treatment.
Sheriff Wilkins stated that, based on preliminary findings, the shooting appears to have been an isolated incident, and there is no ongoing threat to the wider community.
The Robeson County Sheriff’s Office, with assistance from multiple agencies, continues to investigate the circumstances that led to the violence.
Detectives are working to determine the motive and identify all parties involved.
Authorities are urging anyone with information—or anyone who attended the gathering and witnessed the incident—to contact the Robeson County Sheriff’s Investigators at 910-671-3100.
“We know there were many people present when this occurred,” Sheriff Wilkins said. “If you saw something or know something, we need you to come forward to help bring justice to the victims and their families.”