Fatal and Non-Fatal Shootings Monthly Summary February 2023 Indianapolis, Indiana.

Abstract

BACKGROUND As firearm violence continues to be a focus within media and public safety entities, the monthly trends noted will continue to direct discussions and preventative actions. OBJECTIVE Examine trending in type, time, location, and demographics of fatal and non-fatal shooting incidents and victims in Indianapolis during February 2023. KEY FINDINGS February 2023 saw an 84% increase in the number of shootings over February 2022 and a 93% increase in the total number of victims. From January to February, an 18% decrease in incidents and a 13% decrease in victims was noted. Non-fatal shootings made up 71% of incidents in February while fatal shootings made up 29%. While a decrease in the number of fatal shootings of juveniles occurred in February, the number of non-fatal shootings involving juveniles showed an increase. 63% of shootings occurred at a residence/apartment. Noted trends: An arrest was made in 24% of shootings. 20% of shootings involved multiple victims. 22% each of the incidents stemmed from a dispute, including a domestic dispute. In 7% of incidents, the shooting occurred during a crime in progress and in another 7%, the victim arrived at the hospital on their own.