On a late summer evening in Indianapolis, the life of Odell Berry Jr. was tragically cut short. On Monday, August 20, 2018, the 36-year-old Black male was found shot on North Lasalle Street. The incident occurred around 9:55 p.m., and when authorities arrived, they found Berry with a fatal gunshot wound. He was pronounced dead at the scene.
Originally from Indianapolis, Odell Berry Jr.
was a father and was remembered by friends and family for his infectious smile and great sense of humor. His sudden death left his family, including his parents and children, grappling with a profound loss. In the days following the shooting, those who knew him shared memories of his supportive and goofy nature.
The Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department investigated the shooting, which was classified as a homicide. Despite the ongoing investigation into his death, there have been no public announcements regarding any suspects or arrests in the case. The circumstances that led to the shooting remain unclear, and the case is one of many unsolved homicides from that year in the city. The lack of resolution has left a lingering sense of injustice for a family still mourning the man they lost.
