Juvenile Female Critically Injured in Early Morning Shooting on Near East Side
A juvenile female sustained critical injuries in a shooting that occurred early this morning in the 1300 block of North Dearborn Street on Indianapolis's near east side.
Indianapolis, IN, August 5, 2026 —
A young girl is in critical condition following a shooting incident that took place early Wednesday morning in Indianapolis.
The shooting occurred in the 1300 block of North Dearborn Street, an area located on the city’s near east side. Emergency services responded to the scene after reports of gunfire.
Details surrounding the circumstances of the shooting were not immediately available. Law enforcement officials have stated that the victim is a juvenile female and that her injuries are considered critical.
The Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department is investigating the incident. Further information regarding the events leading up to the shooting, potential suspects, or the timeline of events has not yet been released by authorities.
The 1300 block of North Dearborn Street is a residential area. The impact of the incident on the local community is being assessed as the investigation proceeds.
Authorities are expected to release more details as the investigation develops. Anyone with information about the shooting is encouraged to contact the Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department.
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