Indianapolis city councilor says his home was shot at 13 times, "No Data Centers" sign left behind
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Key Points:
- Indianapolis City-County Councilor Ron Gibson's home was targeted in a shooting, with 13 shots fired at his front door and a threatening note saying "NO DATA CENTERS," following his support for a proposed data center in Martindale-Brightwood.
- Gibson and his 8-year-old son were unharmed but shaken, highlighting concerns about the safety of families and neighborhoods amid political disagreements.
- The Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department, with FBI assistance, is investigating the incident as an isolated, targeted attack; no suspect has been identified.
- The proposed data center project, supported by Gibson, promises construction jobs but faces strong community opposition due to concerns over power consumption and environmental impact.
- Local advocacy group Protect Martindale-Brightwood condemned the violence and denied involvement, while city officials emphasized the importance of civil discourse and rejected threats or intimidation.
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