FISHERS, Ind. – Residents in a quiet neighborhood in Fishers were startled by the sound of gunshots late on a Saturday night. The incident occurred in the 10000 block of Apple Blossom Circle, where multiple shots were fired, leaving neighbors shaken by the violence that unfolded in their community.
Crystal Magee, a resident in the area, recounted hearing around five to ten gunshots that rang loudly and incessantly through the night. Another neighbor, Frank Bold, also described hearing multiple shots, emphasizing the disturbing nature of the crime that took place in front of a two-story home on the block.
The aftermath of the shooting left police responding to the scene to discover a wounded victim outside the residence. As investigators combed through the neighborhood, they engaged with residents and scoured for any available surveillance footage that could shed light on the tragic event.
One neighbor captured video footage of two vehicles fleeing the scene shortly after the gunshots, indicating a swift departure of potential suspects. Speculations arose among residents about the possibility of the home being used as an Airbnb, with Magee suggesting that underage individuals might have been involved in a house party.
As the investigation continued, concerns about safety and security in the neighborhood emerged. Residents expressed a desire for transparency regarding properties being used for short-term rentals, emphasizing the importance of ensuring a safe environment for everyone in the community.
The owner of the home where the shooting occurred declined to provide a statement when contacted by local news outlets, leaving the motive and circumstances surrounding the incident shrouded in mystery. Police confirmed that several individuals present at the residence during the shooting were questioned as part of the ongoing inquiry.
Amidst the shock and disbelief felt by residents in the area, the Marion County Coroner’s Office is expected to release the identity of the victim, bringing closure to the tragic event that unfolded in the typically peaceful neighborhood of Fishers.