Joseph Tyler Potts, 32, was shot and killed inside the 20 Past 4 & More smoke shop at 3433 Madison Avenue on Indianapolis’ south side on the evening of April 25, 2023. First responders found Potts with gunshot wounds and he was pronounced dead at the scene.

Known as Joey to friends and family, Potts was pursuing a career as an electrician, enjoyed working on cars and car audio systems, and was described as a helpful, humorous person and an animal lover. The Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department said they interviewed a person of interest and believed all individuals involved had been accounted for, and that there was no ongoing threat, but no suspect has been publicly identified and no arrests have been announced.

The circumstances and motive for the fatal shooting remain under investigation. If anyone saw or heard anything at the 20 Past 4 & More smoke shop on April 25, or knew Joseph and can help investigators, contact the Indianapolis Metro Police.