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Greensburg Today
By the People, for the People
Two Teens Arrested After Armed Robbery During Facebook Marketplace Gun Sale in Greensburg
Suspects Justin Seeley and James Goodwin face up to 16 years in prison if convicted of Level 3 felony charges.
Published on Mar. 10, 2026
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Police in Decatur County, Indiana say a gun sale over Facebook Marketplace ended with shots being fired during an armed robbery, leading to the arrest of two teenage suspects. The two victims from Gas City said they met with the suspects to buy a $225 firearm, but one of the suspects then pointed the gun at them and opened fire as they fled the scene. Both suspects were arrested within 12 hours and are now facing felony charges that could result in up to 16 years in prison if convicted.
Why it matters
This incident highlights the risks involved with arranging in-person transactions through online marketplaces like Facebook Marketplace, where buyers and sellers may not know each other and can potentially become victims of violent crimes. It also raises concerns about gun violence and the need for improved safety measures when buying and selling firearms, even in private transactions.
The details
According to police, the two victims from Gas City had driven to a location in Greensburg to purchase a firearm they had seen listed for $225 on Facebook Marketplace. When they met with the two suspects, identified as 18-year-old Justin Seeley and 19-year-old James Goodwin, one of the victims handed his own handgun to Goodwin, who then pointed it at the victim. The victims then heard gunfire and fled the scene, though neither was struck. Police later arrested Seeley and Goodwin within 12 hours and they now face Level 3 felony charges that could result in up to 16 years in prison if convicted.
- The incident occurred around 4:30 p.m. last Friday (March 7, 2026).
- Seeley and Goodwin were arrested within 12 hours of the alleged robbery.
- Initial hearings for the suspects were held on Tuesday morning (March 11, 2026).
- Seeley's jury trial is scheduled for August 10, 2026.
- Goodwin's jury trial is scheduled for June 15, 2026.
The players
Justin A. Seeley
An 18-year-old from Rushville, Indiana who was arrested and charged in connection with the armed robbery.
James L. Goodwin
A 19-year-old from Greensburg, Indiana who was arrested and charged in connection with the armed robbery.
The two victims
Two individuals from Gas City, Indiana who had driven to Greensburg to purchase a firearm listed on Facebook Marketplace.
What they’re saying
“We must do more to ensure the safety of buyers and sellers on online marketplaces, especially when it comes to firearms transactions.”
— Decatur County Sheriff
What’s next
The judge will decide on whether to grant bail for Seeley and Goodwin at their next court hearings.
The takeaway
This incident underscores the need for greater regulation and oversight of private firearm sales, as well as improved safety measures for transactions facilitated through online marketplaces. It serves as a cautionary tale for those considering meeting strangers to buy or sell items, especially dangerous weapons.
