UPDATE: Washington County shooting fatality was 17-year-old boy, police say
- Washington County Times
- Jun 14
- 2 min read
Updated: Jun 15
Previous updates:
Indiana State Police have identified the Pekin resident who died Saturday evening in an apparent shooting and vehicle crash in rural Washington County as a 17-year-old boy.
Publisher's Note: Indiana State Police have also publicly released the identity of the deceased juvenile. However, after speaking with members of his family, including his mother, The Washington County Times has made the editorial decision not to publicize his name on our website at this time. While the information is publicly available, we have chosen to honor the family's specific request as they navigate an extraordinarily difficult loss.
Original Indiana State Police – Sellersburg press release:
Indiana State Police detectives from the Sellersburg Post are investigating an apparent shooting and vehicle crash that resulted in one fatality Saturday evening in rural Washington County.
At approximately 7:30 p.m. Saturday, the Washington County Sheriff’s Department, along with local first responders and fire personnel, responded to an automated vehicle‑crash alert in the 8000 block of South Big Springs Road, located about nine miles south of Salem. After arriving on scene, deputies requested assistance from the Indiana State Police.
Indiana State Police detectives and Crime Scene Investigators responded and began the initial investigation. Evidence was collected at the scene, and detectives are working to determine the circumstances leading up to both the shooting and the subsequent vehicle crash. The investigation remains in its earliest stages.
At this time, investigators have no information indicating any ongoing danger to the public. Detectives are continuing efforts to identify and interview all individuals involved.
One person was pronounced deceased at the scene. The victim’s name is being withheld pending further investigation; however, next of kin have been notified.
No additional information is available at this time. Updates will be provided as the investigation develops.
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