Jordan James Jackson, 17, was killed by gunfire on the evening of Thursday, June 17, 2021, at an apartment complex in the Castleton area on Indianapolis’ northeast side. Officers responding to a call around 10:30 p.m. in the 8800 block of Garonne Terrace found two people with gunshot wounds; Jordan was pronounced dead at the scene. The other victim, a female, suffered a graze wound and was reported in stable condition.

Jordan was a student and a wide receiver for the Lawrence North High School football team, about to begin his senior year, and remembered for his joyful spirit. Police detained three individuals shortly after the shooting, but there have been no further announcements about arrests or charges. The case remains an unsolved homicide.

Anyone with information is asked to contact the IMPD Homicide Office or Crime Stoppers of Central Indiana.