Indianapolis Police Investigate Gas Station Shooting
A 28-year-old woman died after being shot at a gas station on the city's near northeast side.
Updated on Oct. 21, 2026 in Violence
Shantell Laster, 28, was fatally shot by an unidentified gunman at a gas station on Indianapolis's near northeast side late Tuesday night. She later died after being transported to a hospital.
Why it matters
The fatal shooting has left the local community shaken as police search for the suspect who fled the scene on foot. Authorities are currently reviewing surveillance footage to determine a motive for the attack.
No arrests have been made in the investigation into the shooting death of Shantell Laster. Police are actively reviewing surveillance footage to track the suspect who fled the scene near 38th Street.
The players
Shantell Laster
She was the 28-year-old victim of the fatal shooting at an Indianapolis gas station.
Cordell Laster Sr.
He was the victim's father who was murdered at a location on Earlham Drive in July 2021.
The details
A gunman ran toward a parked vehicle, fired into it, and shattered the driver's side windows before fleeing on foot. Multiple other vehicles were seen leaving the gas station premises immediately following the incident.
Timeline
The shooting occurred shortly before midnight on Tuesday, October 20, 2026.
Cordell Laster Sr. was murdered in July 2021.
Legal Context
This tragedy follows a pattern established by the unsolved murder of Cordell Laster Sr. in 2021. The latest homicide marks another violent crime incident under investigation by local authorities in the same jurisdiction.
Residents near the near northeast side of Indianapolis should remain vigilant while police continue the search for the shooter. Local businesses and neighbors may see an increased law enforcement presence as the investigation proceeds.
The takeaway
Community members are encouraged to share any relevant surveillance footage or witness accounts with the local authorities. Providing information can assist investigators in identifying the suspect and resolving the case.
Further reading
For more information on public safety, visit the Indianapolis Violence section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Fox 59.
