Written by: TJ Inman (@TJHoosierHuddle)

Two more individuals have been indicted in the tragic murder of former IU football player and local businessman Chris Beaty.

On June 17, a grand jury indicted Alijah Jones and NakeyahShields on charges of felony murder, five counts of armed robbery and one count of attempted armed robbery. Both individuals were arrested on Thursday. They join Marcus Anderson as individuals charged with the May 30, 2020 murder of the man known as “Mr. Indianapolis”.

The Marion County Prosecutor’s Office said evidence against the indicted individuals included eyewitness accounts and surveillance footage.

“We believe Chris Beaty was shot and killed doing what we know to be his nature – taking care of his neighbors and his city,” Marion County Prosecutor Ryan Mears said in a statement. “I would like to thank the Beaty family for the tremendous example they’ve set during this difficult time. His death, and the loss to Indianapolis, has had a lasting impact on so many.”

The investigation will continue before an expected trial occurs.

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Two More Charged in Chris Beaty Murder Case

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