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Fireworks mistaken for gunshots near Villa AvenueIndianapolis IN

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Near Villa Ave, Indianapolis, IN 46203

Initial reports of possible gunshots near Villa Avenue revealed a loud bang heard on the street with no other disturbances. Upon further investigation, the sound was determined likely to be fireworks rather than gunfire.

Audio|Source: Indianapolis Metropolitan Police - Southeast District
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Possible shots fired, near Villa Avenue.
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More to follow, 800 south, 1900.
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Possible shots fired, near Villa Avenue. 1 to 2 minutes ago, loud bang heard on the street, no yelling or vehicles heard.
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800 south, 1900 east.
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Two-five one.
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Goal-133, Pleasured.
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Charles, 251, Charles 133, 20-07.
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Toll 138.
00:35
Go ahead.
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Was there some kind of shot card run, near Villa Avenue? I heard.
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Affirmative, near Villa Avenue.
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Was it just one shot?
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Because I heard it, I'm pretty sure it was fireworks. So if you want to mark me 10-8, back me on to that,
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I can check on if I heard it, it was fireworks.
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20-0-9.

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Near Villa Ave, Indianapolis, IN 46203

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