14-Year-Old Killed in Salem, Indiana Shooting as Second Teen Faces Reckless Homicide Charge

Overview

• Indiana State Police found a 14-year-old boy dead from a gunshot to the head at a home on East Oak Drive in Salem.
• Detectives took another 14-year-old into custody at the scene and charged him in connection with the death.
• The arrested teen faces reckless homicide, a Level 5 felony under Indiana law, and was sent to the Allen County Juvenile Center.
• Officials said an autopsy was completed and the victim’s family has been notified.
• Investigators have not released details on motive or the weapon and say the probe is continuing.