Particle.news
Download on the App Store

IMPD and Faith Leaders Hold Annual 'Prayers for Our City' After Violent Weekend

The church gathering sought to channel community trauma into hope through shared prayer.

Overview

  • Monday night's event took place at Amazing Grace Christian Church on East 16th Street and brought residents together with officers.
  • Speakers included Bishop Preston T. Adams III and John Russell, who emphasized healing, resilience and therapeutic focus after recent shootings.
  • Police reported multiple weekend shootings downtown and a separate incident on Central Avenue that killed a juvenile and injured another.
  • IMPD said the case of a juvenile found injured Monday remains under investigation, with police indicating the wound may have been self-inflicted.
  • Officials framed the vigil as part of year-round outreach that lets residents and officers stand side-by-side, a show of support commanders said boosts morale.