On the night of Friday, January 26, 2024, officers responded to reports of a person shot in the 2000 block of North College Avenue on Indianapolis’ near north side. First responders arrived about 10:45 p.m. and found a male suffering from apparent gunshot wounds. The victim was identified as 34-year-old Ralpheal ONeal Dorsey, a Black Indianapolis resident, who was pronounced dead shortly after arrival.

The Marion County Coroner’s Office confirmed the death was a homicide from the shooting. Homicide detectives have canvassed the area for witnesses and evidence. Authorities are asking anyone with information to contact the homicide office or Crime Stoppers of Central Indiana.

If anyone in the area that night saw anything or knew Ralpheal, please share what you know with investigators.