Indianapolis Councilman's Home Targeted in Shooting Incident

Councilman Ron Gibson says his home was fired upon, with a threatening note left behind referencing 'No Data Centers'

Apr. 7, 2026 at 9:34pm

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An Indianapolis city councilman said he and his 8-year-old son were awakened when someone fired 13 shots at their front door, leaving behind a note reading 'No Data Centers' on their doorstep. Councilman Ron Gibson said neither he nor his son were harmed, but the bullets struck just steps from where his son had been playing with Legos the previous day.

Why it matters

This incident highlights growing tensions in Indianapolis over the development of data centers, which some residents view as a threat to their neighborhoods. The shooting raises concerns about public safety and the potential for escalating conflicts over urban planning and development issues.

The details

According to Gibson, the shooting occurred around 12:45 a.m. on Monday. The councilman said the bullets struck near the dining room table where his young son had been playing just the day before. While no one was injured, the incident has left Gibson and his family shaken.

  • The shooting occurred around 12:45 a.m. on Monday, April 10, 2023.

The players

Ron Gibson

An Indianapolis city councilman whose home was targeted in the shooting incident.

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What they’re saying

“We most importantly choose this moment to challenge this generation and the next to make sure this record is not long-lived.”

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What’s next

The Indianapolis Police Department is investigating the shooting incident and the threatening note left at Councilman Gibson's home.

The takeaway

This act of violence against an elected official highlights the growing tensions in Indianapolis over the development of data centers and the need for community leaders to find constructive ways to address residents' concerns about the impact of these projects on their neighborhoods.