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14-Year-Old Arrested in Killing of Indiana University Graduate in Downtown Parking Garage

The arrest gives prosecutors a decision point on whether to file adult charges and it raises urgent questions about youth access to guns and parental responsibility.

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An image collage containing 3 images, Image 1 shows Scrogham had just graduated in May as a top-100 student from Indiana University's prestigious Kelley School of Business, Image 2 shows He was on his way to meet his parents to watch the Pittsburgh Pirates' Triple-A affiliate team, the Indianapolis Indians, when he was killed, Image 3 shows A witness heard shots ring out and spotted another man fleeing the scene, but police said no suspect is in custody, and the investigation remains ongoing
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Overview

  • Brett Scrogham, a 23-year-old recent Indiana University Kelley School of Business graduate, was shot in a downtown parking garage on May 28 and died days later after being taken to the hospital.
  • Indianapolis homicide detectives arrested a 14-year-old this week after reviewing surveillance video from the Plaza Park garage, interviewing witnesses, and collecting other evidence.
  • The Marion County Prosecutor's Office will decide which charges to file and whether the case will start in juvenile court or be transferred to adult court under state law.
  • IMPD Chief Tanya Terry said the arrest underscores rising youth violence and warned parents they can face accountability if they knowingly allow a child access to a firearm.
  • The case has prompted local mourning, political criticism over public safety, and calls for prevention and rehabilitation efforts while officials pursue charging and court decisions.