In the early morning hours of Friday, January 11, 2013, a grim discovery was made on the far east side of Indianapolis. The body of Arnaz M Fowler, a Black male in his 20s, was found in front of an in-home daycare in the 3500 block of Roseway Drive, near the intersection of 38th Street and Franklin Road. Police were called to the scene at approximately 7:40 a.m.
Initial reports from law enforcement indicated that Fowler had been fatally shot.
However, a spokesman for the Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department later amended this statement, declining to officially confirm the cause of death. The incident was nonetheless treated as a homicide, marking a troubling start to what would become a particularly violent year for the city.
The death of Arnaz M Fowler was described as a pivotal case during that period of increased violence in Indianapolis, contributing to a sense of unease within the community. Despite the initial investigation and the passage of time, there have been no public announcements regarding any arrests made or suspects identified in connection with his death. The case has been noted in online forums and discussions about crime in the city, but official updates on the investigation have not been forthcoming.
More than a decade later, the circumstances surrounding Arnaz M Fowler's death remain unresolved. The lack of closure in his case is a stark reminder of the challenges faced by law enforcement in solving violent crimes and the lasting impact such events have on the community. His death is remembered as one of the many unsolved homicides that have left families searching for answers and justice.
