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Raymond Childs III Convicted of Murdering Five Family Members in 2021

The 21-year-old was found guilty of six counts of murder after a fatal shooting in Indianapolis following a curfew argument.

  • Raymond Childs III was convicted of six counts of murder, attempted murder, and carrying a handgun without a license.
  • The victims included Childs' father, stepmother, two siblings, and his brother's pregnant girlfriend.
  • The shootings occurred in January 2021 when Childs was 17, following an argument about staying out late.
  • A mistrial was previously declared in July after a witness confronted Childs in front of the jury.
  • Childs faces a sentencing hearing on January 7, 2025, with potential imprisonment ranging from 40 to 65 years for each murder count.
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