INDIANAPOLIS — An Indianapolis man was sentenced to 80 years in prison for the 2019 fatal shooting at Connor’s Pub in Broad Ripple.
Curtis Baker was found guilty of murder earlier this month in the shooting death of Alfred Hayes. The jury trial lasted two days.
“Justice has prevailed for Mr. Hayes and his family, and we are grateful to those who came forward with information,” said Prosecutor Mears. “We will not tolerate senseless violence in our community. I commend the diligent work of investigators, the trial team, and witnesses that led to this moment.”
According to witnesses, an argument inside the pub led to the shooting. It is believed that Hayes confronted a person for pushing a staff worker when Baker approached Hayes and shot him. During the investigation, multiple witnesses identified Baker as the suspect.
-
Good News Ministries celebrates its 75th anniversary
Good News Ministries has spent decades helping the down-and-out get back on their feet. The faith-based homeless shelter and resource center is commemorating its decades of service.Indiana budget concerns rise over Dolly Parton Imagination Library funding
Gov. Mike Braun has tasked First Lady Maureen Braun with raising the money to cover what the budget would have provided to the Dolly Parton Imagination Library. However, concerns still remain.IMPD releases bodycam footage of fatal shooting on Indy’s west side in 2024
The Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department released body camera footage of a shooting in which officers killed an armed suspect on the west side of the city in Dec. 2024.2025 is proving to be a sweet year for maple syrup sap collection in Indiana
Did you know Indiana ranks tenth in the nation for maple syrup production? In 2022, Indiana produced over 23,000 gallons of syrup.