An Indianapolis city councilor's home was targeted in what appears to be a politically motivated shooting over his support for an artificial intelligence (AI) data center project. According to reports, 13 shots were fired at the front door of Ron Gibson’s residence early Monday morning, with no injuries reported.
Key Takeaways
An Indiana politician's home was targeted by gunfire after he voted to approve an artificial intelligence data center project. According to reports, 13 shots were fired at Ron Gibson’s residence, and a note reading 'no datacenters' was left behind. The councilor and his eight-year-old son were unharmed but shaken by the incident.
- Indianapolis City-County Councilor Ron Gibson's home was shot at 13 times over his support for an AI data center project.
- A note saying “No Data Centers” was found at the scene, suggesting a politically motivated attack.
- No injuries were reported, but police are investigating with assistance from the FBI.
- The proposed data center by Metrobloks has faced opposition due to environmental and economic concerns.
The gunman left behind a note reading 'no datacenters' under the front doormat amid shattered glass. The incident occurred shortly after midnight while Gibson and his eight-year-old son were inside the home. Gibson rushed to his son's room to ensure he was safe, describing the bullets as striking just steps away from where his son had been playing earlier.
Gibson, who voted in favor of the data center project last week, defended his decision stating that it would bring significant investment and job opportunities to the neighborhood. However, local residents have expressed concerns about potential environmental effects and economic disruption caused by the datacenter. The Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department is investigating the incident with assistance from the FBI.
The proposed data center project has sparked controversy in Indianapolis, with opponents arguing that it would drain power from the shared electric grid and use massive amounts of water, raising concerns about its environmental impact. Despite opposition, Gibson emphasized the benefits of the development, including job creation and long-term tax revenue for infrastructure and essential services.
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