Byrdo was holding his girlfriend hostage. An officer entered Brydos apartment. Byrdo fatally shot the officer, but the officer was able to fire a few shots at Byrdo. Another officer encountered Byrdo at the door - they exchanged gunfire. Byrdo was killed.
Victim's Name: Steven Byrdo
Agency Responsible: Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department
Gender: Male
Age: 24
Race: Black
Date of Death: September 20, 2013
County: Marion
Cause of Death: Gunshot
Official Disposition: Unreported
Criminal Charges: No known charges
Mental Illness: No
Armed: Allegedly Armed
Weapon: gun
Geography: Suburban