INDIANAPOLIS — IMPD is investigating after a man was shot at Sikh Satsang of Indianapolis Sunday afternoon.According to IMPD, officers responded to a report of a person shot at 10950 Southeastern Avenue, near Interstate 74 and Acton Road, on Feb. 16 just before 12:45 p.m.
Upon arrival, officers said they found a man with gunshot injuries. The man was taken to an area hospital in stable condition.At this time, police believe this is an isolated incident between people who know each other.
The president of the temple told 13News that the incident reportedly occurred in a bathroom between two “young” men during a fight. The president of the temple said everyone inside heard a gunshot and found the victim with a gunshot wound to the leg. The president said the suspect is known to members of the temple and that they cooperated with IMPD’s investigation by providing contacts and additional information about the suspect.
Additionally, the president added that weapons are not typically allowed in the temple and neither is fighting. The temple will remain closed Sunday, but will reopen Monday.