IMPD arrests suspect after weekend shooting – Indianapolis News | Indiana Weather | Indiana traffic

INDIANAPOLIS (WISH-TV) — The Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department made an arrest in connection with a shooting over the weekend.

The suspect, 22-year-old Yane Lambert, was arrested after officers said they conducted a traffic stop in the area of ​​Meadows Way and Meadows Lane, according to a release.

According to IMPD, a North District lieutenant was patrolling the area when he heard gunshots. During the search, the lieutenant discovered a vehicle surrounded by several men.

With reinforcements, the officers initiated a traffic stop on the vehicle occupied by two people.

During the inspection, officers discovered that the driver had a suspended driver's license.

According to IMPD, they also discovered an AR-style .22 long rifle in the car next to Lambert.

Further investigation revealed that there were .22 caliber shell casings in the area where the vehicle was located, linking it to the earlier shooting.

Lambert was arrested and is charged with criminal recklessness with a deadly weapon. He was being held in the Marion County Jail on Wednesday.