“I feel like it’s my duty to be a voice for these people — these victims.' An Indianapolis mother started a summit for children aged 13-19 who reside in the areas of Indianapolis where crime is high after her son was shot at a gas station.
INDIANAPOLIS — Amber Lynch says she started Breakthrough to Excellencein 2019 as a way to help those need.
In April of 2022 she held her first youth summit. Her goal was to teach parents and kids crucial life skills. Lynch's son was shot last month at the BP gas station on East Thompson Road on Indy’s southeast side. Lynch’s son, AJohn, is out of the hospital and recovering. The 25-year-old says he has a long road ahead of him.
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