Indiana State Police trooper killed during pursuit

The crash happened around 8:30 p.m. on Ronald Reagan Parkway near Interstate 70.

This all started when troopers found a stolen car in Indianapolis. They attempted to stop the suspect, which led to a pursuit.

While setting out stop sticks to end the chase on Ronald Reagan Parkway, Indiana State Police trooper Aaron Smith, 33, was struck by the suspect’s vehicle.

The suspect then crashed nearby.

Smith was taken to Eskenazi Hospital, where he later died.

The driver of the suspect vehicle, 18-year-old Eddie Jones of Sikeston, Missouri, was preliminarily charged with murder. 

A passenger, 19-year-old DeMareon Curry, also of Sikeston, was preliminarily charged with auto theft. 

Police also discovered a 15-year-old in the vehicle who had been listed as a missing person from Missouri. She is not being charged. 

Smith served with the Indiana State Police for nearly five years. He is survived by his wife. 

“This is a tremendously sad day for the entire Indiana State Police family. We will band together as we always do in support of Trooper Smith's family, friends and co-workers”, said Indiana State Police Superintendent Douglas G. Carter.

An official memorial fund has been set up for the family of Trooper Smith under "Aaron Smith Memorial Fund." If you'd like to donate, you go to the nearest Indiana Members Credit Union location or call 800-556-9268.

You can also donate through the Indiana Fallen Heroes Foundation. If you'd like to help cover funeral and other final expenses, you're asked to donate directly to the Indiana Fallen Heroes Foundation at the following address:

Indiana Fallen Heroes Foundation, Inc. 

1710 South 10th Street

Noblesville, IN 46060

317-431-0755