Cornelius Quincey Gray, 23, was killed by gunfire the evening of Saturday, November 23, 2024, on Indianapolis’ north side. Officers responded shortly after 9:00 p.m. to the McDonald’s at 2425 East 38th Street near 38th Street and Keystone Avenue after reports of a person shot. First responders found Gray inside the restaurant with at least one apparent gunshot wound; witnesses said he had entered seeking help and that the shooting likely occurred just outside before he made it indoors.

Emergency crews transported Gray to Methodist Hospital in extremely critical condition; he died at the hospital. IMPD homicide detectives opened an immediate investigation, and as of the last update no suspects had been publicly named or taken into custody. Anyone who was near 38th and Keystone that night or has information is asked to contact Detective Gary Toms at the IMPD Homicide Office or submit an anonymous tip through Crime Stoppers of Central Indiana.