In the quiet town of Brownsburg, Indiana, the life of Dr. Dean Maar, a respected 61-year-old orthopedic surgeon, was tragically cut short on the eve of Thanksgiving, November 27, 2019. He was a male who was known for his kind and caring nature, both in his professional and personal life. On that fateful evening, while preparing to host a Thanksgiving dinner for his extended family, his secluded home became the scene of a violent home invasion.
According to investigators, it is believed that more than one individual was involved in the attempted robbery. In an act of profound courage, Dr. Maar confronted the armed intruders to protect his wife who was also in the home at the time. During this confrontation, he was fatally shot. The assailants fled the scene, leaving a grieving family and a community in shock. In an attempt to cover their tracks, the perpetrators intentionally set a small fire within the residence, which was quickly extinguished by first responders upon their arrival.
Despite the immediate and ongoing investigation by the Hendricks County Sheriff's Office, no arrests have been made in connection with the murder of Dr. Dean Maar. Law enforcement has not publicly identified any suspects in the case, and it remains an active and unsolved investigation. The community was left to mourn a man described as a loving husband and father, a dedicated physician, and a good neighbor, whose final act was one of selfless protection for his family. Investigators have appealed to the public for any information that might lead to the apprehension of those responsible for this senseless act of violence.
