Shaun Anthony Gillis, a 20-year-old male, tragically lost his life on the evening of May 16, 2024, in Indianapolis, Indiana. Known affectionately as 'Duga,' he was the victim of a fatal shooting that occurred around 5 p.m. in the parking lot of a CVS located near Southeastern and Franklin Road on the city's southeast side. When law enforcement arrived at the scene, they discovered Shaun with a gunshot wound and he was pronounced deceased.
Witnesses at the scene reported a chaotic and
dangerous situation, with multiple people narrowly avoiding the gunfire. Several vehicles in the vicinity were struck by bullets during the incident. The Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department launched a homicide investigation into the shooting of Shaun Gillis, who was a graduate of Pike High School and an employee at Pure Beverage Company.
In the immediate aftermath of the shooting, no arrests were made, and the police have urged anyone with information to come forward to assist in the ongoing investigation. Shaun was remembered by his family as someone who loved to play video games, basketball, and work on his car. He was cherished for his ability to make everyone laugh and for the time he spent with his loved ones. His death has been described as a poignant reminder of the devastating impact of gun violence.
