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Burglary Suspect Apprehended; Preliminary Charges Filed

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3600 Wingate Terrace – Google Maps

Thursday, April 13, 2017, 3:14 PM

INDIANAPOLIS – Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department (IMPD) FBI Violent Crimes Task Force detectives identify a burglary suspect who is believed to be responsible for multiple burglaries across the city.

Detectives with the FBI Violent Crimes Task Force were working on a series of burglaries that had occurred in Spanish Oaks apartments on Northeast (NE) District. Then on March 28th Detectives working the Spanish Oak apartment burglaries were contacted by Northwest District (NW) Detectives about a series of burglaries in apartments complexes on Northwest District. NW District Detectives had developed a possible suspect on a northwest burglary and had tracked the suspect’s vehicle to the Spanish Oaks apartment complex.

The burglaries on NE and NW Districts were very similar in how the suspect executed the burglaries. The detectives coordinated and a surveillance plan was put it in place to monitor the suspect. The surveillance was taking place on April 12, 2017, when at approximately 4:00 PM, it appeared the suspect was casing apartments in the Spanish Oaks apartment complex. Detectives followed the suspect as he entered multiple common hallway doors and casing the complexes. At approximately 7:00 PM the suspect allegedly committed a burglary in the 3600 block of Wingate Terrace and was observed by detectives carrying items away from the apartment. Officers were previously alerted to the suspects suspicious actions throughout the surveillance and were called to move in on the suspect. The suspect was apprehended after a foot pursuit through the apartment complex.

The homeowner was located and verified her apartment was burglarized. The stolen property was recovered in the suspect’s vehicle and returned to the victim. The suspect was identified as 26-year-old Jeffery Laswell. Laswell was preliminarily charged with burglary. The Marion County Prosecutor’s Office will review the case and make a charging decision. The suspect was later transported to the Arrestee Processing Center for booking.

Anyone with information is asked to call Crime Stoppers of Central Indiana at 317.262.8477 or (TIPS). Citizens can also download the mobile P3tips app for Apple or Android phones to submit a mobile tip, or go to www.CrimeTips.org to submit a web tip. You will remain anonymous and may be eligible for a cash reward of up to $1000 if the information leads to a felony arrest. Only tips submitted directly and anonymously to Crime Stoppers are eligible for these cash rewards. This release may be updated as more information becomes available. Information given via Crime Stoppers should be considered anonymous.

*Note: The attached booking photo from an unrelated arrest, is that of the suspect, Jeffery Laswell

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SOURCE: Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department

FOUND: IMPD Missing Persons Seeks Help Locating 10-year-old Jacob Vebert

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Wednesday, April 12, 2017, 10:42 PM

Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department (IMPD) Missing Persons detectives are pleased to announce that 10-year-old Jacob Vebert has been found safe. The IMPD would like to thank our Media Partners and the community for assisting us in getting the information out! Thank you!

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Wednesday, April 12, 2017, 9:32 PM

Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department (IMPD) Missing Persons detectives are seeking the public’s assistance after a 10-year-old boy went missing from IPS School 58.

Just after 7 p.m. on April 12, 2017, officers with the IPS Police were dispatched to IPS School 58 at 321 N Linwood on reports of a walkaway student. Officers immediately requested the assistance of the IMPD Missing Persons Unit. Missing Persons responded and learned that 10-year-old Jacob Vebert was last seen at 3:45p in the classroom. When staff were lining the children up for dismissal, they noticed that Jacob was not in line. Staff immediately notified administrators and began looking for Jacob.

Jacob is described as a white male, 4’8″, 95lbs, close shaved dark hair, wearing glasses with tape at the nose, navy blue hoodie with red lettering, light blue polo shirt underneath, and dark pants. Jacob has a seizure disorder and learning disabilities.

Anyone with information on the whereabouts of Jacob is urged to immediately call 911, Missing Persons Unit at 317.327.6917, or Crime Stoppers at 317.262.TIPS(8477). This release may be updated if more information becomes available.

*Note: The attached photo is that of the missing child, Jacob Veber

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SOURCE: Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department

IMPD Investigating Death Near State Fair Grounds

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Tuesday, April 11, 2017, 9:43 PM

Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department (IMPD) Homicide detectives are on-scene of a death investigation where a body was discovered.

Just after 6:30 p.m. on April 11, 2017, officers with the IMPD were dispatched to the 3700 block of Baltimore Ave for a death investigation. Responding officers met with the complainant who located a deceased subject that was inside a vacant residence.

Homicide detectives responded and began canvassing the area for witnesses. Indianapolis-Marion County Forensic Services Agency responded to assist with identifying and collecting possible forensic evidence. The Marion County Coroner’s Office will be assisting in identifying the subject and determining the exact cause and manner of death.

Anyone with information regarding narcotics or illegal activity is encouraged to contact Crime Stoppers of Central Indiana at 317.262.8477 or (TIPS). Citizens can also download the mobile P3tips app for Apple or Android phones to submit a mobile tip, or go to www.CrimeTips.org to submit a web tip. You will remain anonymous and may be eligible for a cash reward of up to $1000 if the information leads to a felony arrest. Only tips submitted directly and anonymously to Crime Stoppers are eligible for these cash rewards. This release may be updated as more information becomes available.

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SOURCE: Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department

WANTED: For Fraud in Carmel (April 11)

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Tuesday, April 11, 2017, 3:52 PM

The Carmel Police would like your assistance in identifying the suspect in the above surveillance photos in reference to an identity deception and fraud on financial institution case.

Anyone who has information on this suspect is asked to contact the Carmel Police Department Investigations Division at 317-571-2511 or Crime Stoppers of Central Indiana at 317-262-8477 (TIPS).

SOURCE: Carmel Police Department

Juvenile Male Shot & Killed in the 900 block of W 35th St

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Monday, April 10, 2017, 2:58 PM

Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department (IMPD) Homicide detectives are investigating the shooting death of a male on the city’s west side.

Just before 9 a.m. on April 10, 2017, officers with the IMPD were dispatched to the 900 block of W 35th St on reports of a person shot. Responding officers located an unresponsive juvenile male suffering from an apparent gunshot wound. EMS personnel responded and pronounced the victim dead on-scene.

Homicide detectives responded and canvassed the area for witnesses. The Indianapolis-Marion County Forensic Services Agency responded to assist in identifying and collecting possible forensic evidence. The Marion County Coroner’s Office (MCCO) responded to assist with identifying the victim and exact cause and manner of death. The victim’s identity can be obtained from the MCCO once proper next-of-kin notification has been made.

Anyone with information about this incident is urged to contact Crime Stoppers of Central Indiana at 317.262.8477 or (TIPS). Citizens can also download the mobile P3tips app for Apple or Android phones to submit a mobile tip, or go to www.CrimeTips.org to submit a web tip. You will remain anonymous and may be eligible for a cash reward of up to $1000 if the information leads to a felony arrest. Only tips submitted directly and anonymously to Crime Stoppers are eligible for these cash rewards. This release may be updated as more information becomes available.

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SOURCE: Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department

3 Teens Shot in Drive-by Downtown at Capital Avenue/ E. Ohio Street

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Sunday, April 9, 2017, 1:36 AM

Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department (IMPD) Aggravated Assault detectives are investigating after a three people are shot downtown.

On Saturday, April 8, 2017, at 11:25 p.m., Downtown District officers with IMPD responded to Capital Avenue/ E. Ohio Street in reference to three people shot. When officers arrived they located an 18-year-old male, 17-year-old male, and 17-year-old female all suffering from at least one gunshot wound.  Preliminarily the Investigators believe this shooting was a drive-by shooting.  The motive for this shooting is unknown at this time.

Indianapolis EMS treated and transported the three to Methodist and Eskenazi Hospital.  The two males were transported in stable condition and the female was listed in critical condition.  Aggravated Assault detectives responded to the scene and began to investigate, and canvas the area for possible witnesses.  The Indianapolis-Marion County Forensic Services Agency processed the scene for forensics evidence that could aid investigators.

Anyone with information is asked to call Crime Stoppers of Central Indiana at 317.262.8477 or (TIPS).  Citizens can also download the mobile P3tips app for Apple or Android phones to submit a mobile tip, or go to www.CrimeTips.org to submit a web tip. You will remain anonymous and may be eligible for a cash reward of up to $1000 if the information leads to a felony arrest.  Only tips submitted directly and anonymously to Crime Stoppers are eligible for these cash rewards.  This release may be updated as more information becomes available.   Information given via Crime Stoppers should be considered anonymous.

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IMPD Searching for a suspect(s) That Shot Couple

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Tuesday, April 4, 2017, 10:12 AM

Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department homicide detectives continue to search for information that will help them identify a suspect or suspects that shot and killed a woman and critically injured her husband.

On Monday, April 3, 2017, North District officers were dispatched to the 4000 block of Meadows Dr. on the report of multiple people shot. An off-duty Marion County Sheriff’s Office deputy was flagged down by a male victim also suffering from at least one gunshot wound. When officers arrived, inside an apartment building they found a female victim suffering from at least one gunshot wound. Both victims were rushed to Sidney and Lois Eskenazi Hospital in critical condition. Despite efforts of medical personnel at the hospital, the female victim tragically succumbed to her injuries, and the male victim, later determined to be her husband, remains in critical condition. No other injuries were reported.

Detectives have not released any reliable suspect information but continue to seek additional information that would aid in this investigation. The Indianapolis-Marion County Forensics Services Agency processed the crime scene for forensic evidence, and detectives canvassed the area looking for additional information. Detectives and north district officers will again be in the area today to search for witnesses and additional information. Callers are encouraged to call lead investigator Detective E. Daniels at 317.327.3310. Callers can also call Crime Stoppers of Central Indiana at 317.262.8477 or (TIPS). Citizens can also download the mobile P3tips app for Apple or Android phones to submit a mobile tip, or go to www.CrimeTips.org to submit a web tip. You will remain anonymous and may be eligible for a cash reward of up to $1000 if the information leads to a felony arrest. Only tips submitted directly and anonymously to Crime Stoppers are eligible for these cash rewards. This release may be updated as more information becomes available.

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SOURCE: Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department