Discovery of the Body

On May 6, 2016, the serene banks of the White River in Indianapolis became the backdrop for a grim discovery. Authorities were alerted to the 2600 block of North White River Parkway East Drive, where they found the lifeless body of 18-year-old Shane D. Watford. The young man exhibited clear signs of trauma, indicating that his death was not of natural causes. Emergency medical personnel pronounced him dead at the scene, marking the beginning of a tragic and perplexing case. 

Victim's Background

Shane Dewon'e Watford was born on January 13, 1998. At the time of his untimely death, he was a resident of Indianapolis. Shane had a passion for sports, particularly basketball and football. He was survived by his father, Shelby B. Watson, his mother, Shaftney D. Telfair, a brother, Sean Watford, and several sisters: Shaneice Denae' Watford, Todra Anderson, Shamorie Breann Watford, Shellise Watford, Arienne LaShay Harrington, and Destiny Bradley. His family and friends remember him for his love of sports and the joy he brought into their lives. ...Read More