A well-known and respected local entrepreneur was shot to death at a home in Indianapolis, Indiana.
Just before 10:00 a.m. Wednesday morning, police were called to Timber View drive and found a man shot. That victim died shortly after being rushed to the hospital.
The deadly shooting remains an active investigation, but the violence came as a shock to those who knew the victim because they describe him as a man committed to motivating and guiding youth.
Dave Macon describes the victim, 43-year-old J’Mel Dowdell, as a friend who always tried to uplift those around him.
“He was the first person that paid me and validated my business idea,” said Macon. “That’s another big thing he represented: entrepreneurship and going after what you want and what you believe in.”
Dave said J’Mel’s passion was a clothing, toy and entertainment line called Button Nose Kidz. The website explains the company was founded on the belief that children should be encouraged to dream big.
While the shooting is believed to be domestic-related, police confirm they detained one person of interest, but later released that person pending further investigation.
Neighbors were also stunned by the death because the neighborhood does not see many shootings.
Police said no arrests have been made. The case will be presented to the prosecutor’s office to determine if charges should be filed.
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