Indianapolis, IN – An early-morning shooting at a party on Indy’s near north side has prompted an ongoing investigation, police confirmed. The incident, which occurred just before 12:30 a.m. Sunday, left neighbors shaken and raised concerns about safety at short-term rental properties in the area.
Shooting at Party
According to the Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department (IMPD), officers responded to the 1700 block of North Delaware Street following reports of shots fired. The location was hosting a party at the time, and police reports indicate the property is a short-term rental.
Multiple neighbors reported hearing gunfire and discovering damage to nearby homes.
“We heard a loud sound and thought someone might’ve hit our cars, but this morning, went to check, and the cars were fine,” said neighbor Annie Johnson. “But when we went to the first floor — that’s when we saw the damage — the bullets. We called the police. They told us they found 10 guns in the place across the street and kids and teenagers running everywhere.”
Rental Property Concerns
The property is registered on multiple short-term rental platforms, including Airbnb and Vrbo, and is owned by Ripple Flow Holdings LLC. Neighbors voiced frustration over unregulated rental activity and the potential for parties that may endanger the community.
This is not the first shooting in the neighborhood linked to a short-term rental. In August 2025, a 17-year-old was killed in a shooting less than a mile from Sunday’s incident, at a rental property near the intersection of 22nd Street and Central Avenue.
“They need to investigate who they rent their Airbnbs out to,” Johnson said. “They’re renting them out to teenagers or people in their 20s who don’t care.”
Investigation Ongoing
As of now, authorities have not released additional details regarding suspects or injuries. Police continue to investigate the circumstances surrounding the shooting, including the ownership and rental practices of the property.
Officials are urging residents to remain vigilant and report suspicious activity in their neighborhoods.
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