Local Indianapolis sports news from August 14, 2017, straight from the source.
Indians’ Steven Brault Named IL Pitcher of the Week for Second Time
The Indianapolis Indians, in conjunction with the International League, announced that left-hander Steven Brault was named the IL Pitcher of the Week (Aug. 7-13).
Gen Con 50 Is Officially SOLD OUT
Gen Con 50 badges are now completely sold out. The convention will not sell badges on-site and attendees, as in prior years, will be asked to display their badges while attending the show.
One Killed in the the 6200 block of East 44th Place on Sunday
Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department homicide detectives are investigating after a man is found shot to death on the east side of the city.
ISP Investigating Fayette County Officer Involved Shooting
The Indiana State Police State Police Pendleton District has been asked by the Connersville Police Department and the Fayette County Sheriff’s Department to investigate an incident involving shots fired by their officers Saturday evening.
Stephen Jonas, 35, Salem, Charged With Drug Dealing & Posession
Stephen Jonas was placed under arrest and during the impounding of the vehicle, he was in possession of, troopers located multiple baggies and needles.
Man Killed in the 10000 Hawkins Court on Saturday
Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department homicide detectives are investigating after a man is found shot several times and later dies at the hospital.
Man Killed in the 6400 block of Park Central Drive West on Friday
Detectives with the Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department Homicide Unit investigate after a man is found suffering from gunshot wounds dies while at the hospital.
Naptown Weather Forecast (August 14, 2017 AM) #INwx
Via NWS Indianapolis, “Look for Partly Cloudy Skies today with high temperatures in the lower 80s. Rain Chances return in the middle of the work week.”
Indy Blog Roundup (August 13, 2017) #IndyBlogs
Recap of the Indianapolis blog scene from August 13, 2017.