Third Arrest Made, 19-Year-Old Adrien Cottom Charged in Deadly Milligan Park Shooting Investigation
Authorities in Crawfordsville, Indiana have announced a third arrest connected to the fatal shooting that occurred at Milligan Park, a case that has shaken the local community and prompted an ongoing investigation by the Crawfordsville Police Department.
Police confirmed that 19-year-old Adrien Cottom has been taken into custody and now faces preliminary charges of aiding in felony murder and conspiracy to commit armed robbery. Investigators say the arrest marks a significant development as detectives continue piecing together the events that led to the deadly incident at the popular public park.
According to officials, the shooting occurred during what authorities believe was a planned armed robbery involving multiple individuals. While details about the exact timeline of the confrontation have not been fully released, investigators say the situation quickly escalated, resulting in gunfire and the tragic loss of life.
Cottom is accused of assisting in the events surrounding the robbery that ultimately led to the fatal shooting. Under Indiana law, individuals can face felony murder charges if a death occurs during the commission of a serious crime, even if they did not directly carry out the fatal act.
Law enforcement officials have not yet disclosed whether additional arrests are expected, but they confirmed that the investigation remains active. Detectives continue to gather evidence, review witness statements, and analyze information connected to the suspects already taken into custody.
The deadly shooting has left many residents of Crawfordsville concerned about safety in community spaces like Milligan Park. Authorities are urging anyone who may have witnessed suspicious activity or who has information related to the case to contact the Crawfordsville Police Department as the investigation continues. 🚔
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