Teen Killed in Downtown Shooting | Indianapolis News

A shocking murder in downtown Indianapolis has shaken the city’s perception of safety: 18-year-old Juan Carlos Castillo Bujanda was killed in a hotel parking lot, likely in a familiar setting with a known suspect — not a random act, but one that underscores a troubling trend. This is the fifth homicide downtown this year, even as citywide crime numbers dip — yet Bujanda’s death marks the ninth youth under 20 killed in Indianapolis this year. As police sift through footage and the community grapples with grief, the incident reignites debates over safety, especially in neighborhoods once considered secure. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/cacf18a662b9ca0d