On a late summer evening in Indianapolis, Indiana, the life of 19-year-old Anthony Neeley was tragically cut short. On August 12, 2018, Neeley, a Black male, became a victim of a triple shooting on the city's west side. The incident unfolded in the 2600 block of Ethel Avenue, where officers from the Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department were dispatched following a 911 call late at night.
Upon their arrival, they discovered a grim scene.
Two other young men, identified as 24-year-old Daniel Washam and 21-year-old Christopher Milbrook, were found deceased at the location. Anthony Neeley was found with gunshot wounds and was rushed to a nearby hospital. Despite the efforts of medical personnel, he succumbed to his injuries. The shooting was particularly jarring as it occurred in close proximity to a popular music festival, Jazz in the Park, which had concluded just hours before the violence erupted.
Investigators believe the shooting stemmed from a dispute that originated near a Family Dollar store and escalated into a deadly confrontation. In the aftermath of the shooting, the Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department increased patrols in the area in an effort to prevent further violence and reassure the community. However, the investigation into the deaths of Anthony Neeley, Daniel Washam, and Christopher Milbrook has faced significant hurdles.
As of the latest available updates, no suspects have been publicly identified in connection with the triple homicide. The motive behind the shooting remains unclear to law enforcement. Consequently, no arrests have been made in the case, leaving the families of the victims and the community awaiting justice and answers for the violent loss of three young lives. The investigation remains open, but the passage of time without a resolution has compounded the tragedy of that August night.
