"Indianapolis Firefighter and Woman Fatally Shot on New Year's, Suspect Arrested"

Jason Dante Lapsley, the brother of Indianapolis firefighter Justin Boyd II, has been arrested on two counts of murder following a double shooting that resulted in the deaths of Boyd and Jasmine Ivy-Dede. The incident occurred inside a crashed pickup truck, which Lapsley believed was being stolen. Boyd, nearing his 10th year with the fire department, and Ivy-Dede, a healthcare administration professional, were pronounced dead at the scene. Lapsley, who did not have an attorney as of the report, claimed he fired the shots in self-defense against a perceived carjacking. The Indianapolis Fire Department mourns the loss of Boyd, who was known for his mentorship and service.
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