A gunman killed eight people and wounded several others before apparently taking his own life late Thursday, April 15, in an attack at a FedEx Ground sorting facility near the Indianapolis airport.
Five people who were wounded were taken by ambulance to local hospitals. Two others were treated at the scene and released.
Indianapolis Metropolitan Police briefing early Friday morning.Indianapolis Metropolitan Police have not identified the victims or the shooter, nor have they commented on a motive or if the shooter was an employee at the facility.
IMP officers were called to the facility shortly after 11 p.m. Witnesses said a man got out of his car and started firing a rifle.
The Indiana State Police and FBI have joined the investigation.
Frederick W. Smith, chairman and CEO of FedEx posted the following on the company’s website this morning:
“It is with a heavy heart that I write to you regarding the tragedy that occurred at our FedEx Ground facility in Indianapolis last night. While it will take some time to fully understand what happened, we know we lost eight team members in this senseless act of violence.
“First and foremost, I want to express my deepest sympathies to the families, friends, and co-workers of those team members. Our priority right now is in responding to the situation on the ground and helping our team members and law enforcement. We have a team onsite in Indianapolis to provide support, and we are making counselors available.
“This is a devastating day, and words are hard to describe the emotions we all feel. Please keep the Indianapolis team and surrounding community in your thoughts and prayers as we continue to support and care for each other in the difficult days ahead.”
The company earlier released a statement that said it was cooperating with the investigation. It said, “We are deeply shocked and saddened by the loss of our team members following the tragic shooting at our FedEx Ground facility in Indianapolis. Our most heartfelt sympathies are with all those affected by this senseless act of violence. The safety of our team members is our top priority, and we are fully cooperating with investigating authorities.”