INDIANAPOLIS — The Marion County Prosecutor’s Office is responding after criticism from some prosecutors following a Monday crime summit focused on public safety and regional crime issues.
Prosecutor Ryan Mears did not attend the summit because of a scheduling conflict. His office said the event was scheduled before his availability could be confirmed. Chief Counsel Celita Scott attended on behalf of the prosecutor’s office.
Some prosecutors have criticized Mears in the past over his approach to crime and prosecution policies, and his absence from the summit renewed questions about collaboration between Marion County and surrounding communities…