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Court docs: $75 led to deadly shooting on far east side of Indianapolis; suspect arrested in Louisville

Michael Owens, 19, is facing charges of murder and unlawful possession of a firearm.

INDIANAPOLIS — A man suspected in a deadly shooting on the far east side of Indianapolis was arrested in Louisville.

Michael Owens, 19, is facing charges of murder and unlawful possession of a firearm. 

He's accused of shooting and killing 20-year-old Keonte Leonard on Sept. 11 near the intersections of East 42nd Street and North Mitthoefer Road

According to court documents, Leonard was driving in the area when he spotted Owens and pulled up to ask Owens for the money he was owed, which was allegedly $75. Witnesses said Owens then said, "I got your money right here," and opened fire on Leonard.

Leonard was hit multiple times and died.

Police found witnesses who identified Owens as the possible shooter. Police said the investigation then led to Owens being identified as the suspect.

On Sept. 19, Owens was charged in the murder, and a warrant was issued for his arrest.

On Sept. 25, Owens was found in Louisville and arrested.

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