CAPAC Members Mark Two-Year Anniversary of Indianapolis FedEx Shooting
WASHINGTON, DC — On April 15, 2021, a gunman killed eight individuals, including four Sikh community members, at a FedEx warehouse in Indianapolis, IN. Ahead of the second anniversary of this tragedy, Members of the Congressional Asian Pacific American Caucus (CAPAC) released the following statements:
CAPAC Chair Rep. Judy Chu (CA-28):
“In recognizing the anniversary of the Indianapolis FedEx shooting, we remember and honor the eight lives lost in this violent attack, including four Sikh community members. Unfortunately, two years later there is still more work to be done to prevent such hateful acts of violence from consistently occurring in our country. I remain committed to advocating for administrative and legislative action to prevent gun violence and anti-Asian hate in all forms, including acts like this one.”
CAPAC First Vice-Chair Rep. Grace Meng (NY-06):
“Today we commemorate two years since the tragic shooting at a FedEx facility in Indianapolis that took the lives of eight people, including four members of the Sikh community. My heart goes out to the loved ones of the victims and all those for whom this is a painful anniversary. Let us honor the memory of those we lost two years ago by recommitting to stop the scourge of gun violence and build safer communities.”
CAPAC Whip Rep. Ted Lieu (CA-36):
“Today I join my CAPAC colleagues in mourning the eight lives lost in the shooting at a FedEx Ground facility in Indianapolis two years ago. Many of those lost were members of the Sikh community, marking another instance of targeted gun violence in our country. As we honor the memories of those killed in Indianapolis and others lost to gun violence, we must take action to get guns off of our streets and out of the hands of dangerous people. Inaction is unacceptable. It’s time to pass commonsense gun reform like universal background checks and an assault weapons ban.”
Rep. Ro Khanna (CA-17):
“Today marks the two-year anniversary of the tragic shooting and targeted attack on the Sikh community at a FedEx facility in Indianapolis. My heart breaks for the families and loved ones of those killed. We must condemn racism, and hate, and pass meaningful gun reform to keep our communities safe.”
Rep. Raja Krishnamoorthi (IL-08):
“Today marks two years since the mass shooting at a FedEx warehouse in Indianapolis, where eight people were gunned down, including four members of the Sikh community. The anniversary of this tragedy is another solemn reminder of the work that needs to be done to not only combat gun violence, but also the xenophobia, hate, and racism that continues to afflict our country. My thoughts and prayers are with those who lost loved ones that day two years ago in Indianapolis.”
Sen. Cory Booker (NJ):
"Two years ago, eight lives were taken in a senseless act of gun violence at a FedEx facility in Indianapolis, including four Sikh Americans. The mass shooting is another tragic example of the gun violence epidemic that continues to devastate families and loved ones across our nation. We are not powerless to stop these tragedies from occurring. Congress must find the moral courage to pass commonsense gun safety laws and stop acts of violence like this from happening again."
Rep. Suzanne Bonamici (OR-01):
“Today we remember the eight people killed in the tragic shooting at an Indianapolis FedEx facility two years ago. As the Sikh community gathers to observe Vaisakhi, my thoughts are with those in the Indianapolis Sikh community who will miss the friends and neighbors lost on that day. Gun violence continues to take too many lives in our country, and I will continue to work with my CAPAC colleagues to pass commonsense gun safety laws that help prevent these tragedies.”
Rep. Linda Sánchez (CA-38):
"Two years ago, a gunman took the lives of eight people at an Indianapolis FedEx facility. As we mourn those killed—many of whom were members of the Sikh community—we must also recommit to ending the gun violence crisis in America. These senseless tragedies will only keep happening unless we act now. Together with my CAPAC colleagues, I will continue fighting to pass commonsense legislation that will stamp out hate and reduce gun violence in our communities. My heart is with the victims and their families on this difficult day."