Aaron AJ Joe Christopher Martin was 18 when he was shot and killed on the southeast side of Indianapolis on the evening of Sunday, October 29, 2017. A recent Franklin Central High School graduate, he worked at a local Meijer and was remembered for his love of animals, basketball, sharp dress, and close ties with family and friends.

Early news accounts disagreed about what happened that night, with some describing the shooting as a possible accidental discharge and others calling it a homicide. The Marion County Coroner’s Office later identified Aaron as the victim of the shooting. In the years since, no public information has been released about suspects, arrests, or the outcome of any police investigation.

Aaron’s life and plans were cut short and key details about the shooting remain unclear. If anyone knew Aaron, witnessed the shooting, or has information about that night, please share what you know.