IMPD arrests suspect following weekend shooting – Indianapolis News | Indiana Weather | Indianapolis Traffic

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

The suspect, Yane Lambert, 22, was taken into custody after officers said they conducted a traffic stop in the area of ​​Meadows Way and Meadows Lane, according to a news release.

IMPD says a North District lieutenant was patrolling the area when he heard gunshots. During his prospecting, the lieutenant discovered a vehicle surrounded by several men.

With the help of backup, officers conducted a traffic stop on the vehicle, which was occupied by two people.

During the check, officers found that the driver had a suspended license.

They also discovered a long AR .22 rifle inside the car, next to Lambert, IMPD says.

Further investigation revealed .22 caliber shell casings in the area where the vehicle was located, linking it to the previous shootings.

Lambert was arrested and faces charges of criminal recklessness with a deadly weapon. He was being held Wednesday at the Marion County Jail.