Fatal and Non-Fatal Shootings Monthly Summary January 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 January 2023. KEY FINDINGS January 2023 saw a 44% increase in the number of shootings over January 2022 and a 53% increase in the total number of victims. From December to January, a 17% increase in incidents and 29% increase in victims was noted. Non-fatal shootings made up 67% of incidents in January while fatal shootings made up 33%. A higher percentage of fatalities involved juveniles in January than nearly any month in 2022. In total, 18% of fatal shootings involved a juvenile victim while 82% were adults (among victims with ages reported). Noted trends: In 16% of incidents, the victim arrived at the hospital on their own. Multiple victims were involved in 14% of January incidents. 9% of incidents were reported as domestic disputes.