1 dead after shooting at controversial east side motel
Scene of the shooting at the Budget 8 Inn on June 27, 2023.
INDIANAPOLIS — An investigation is underway after police found a man dead inside a motel room on the city’s east side.
According to the Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department, the shooting occurred just after 3 p.m. in the 6800 block of E. 21st Street. at the Budget 8 Inn, a controversial motel on Indy’s east side that has played host to several deadly shootings over the years. In January, two people were killed at the motel in an armed robbery that turned deadly.
Police said the latest victim was found by officers inside a motel room suffering from a gunshot wound on Tuesday afternoon.
The victim was pronounced dead on scene.
At this time, police have not revealed any additional information about the shooting as the investigation remains active and ongoing.
This is a developing story. Check back for updates.
Source: FOX 59 Indianapolis
