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A man was charged for allegedly following a business owner across a parking lot and killing him with an SUV.

by Clarke
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A man was charged for allegedly following a business owner across a parking lot and killing him with an SUV.

Road rage turns deadly in Griffith, Indiana: On April 6, 2026, Atrailu Moore, from Gary, allegedly followed local business owner Tony Pendleton in a parking lot near 1100 E. Ridge Road, had a brief exchange, then intentionally struck him with his red Jeep Grand Cherokee around 11:21 a.m. Pendleton suffered severe injuries and died; Moore was arrested on-site.

Quick Case Breakdown

  • Charges: Murder, filed April 8 by prosecutors. Moore’s held at Lake County Jail; no attorney listed yet.
  • Victim’s Legacy: Pendleton, a “great man of God,” was father, grandfather, and mentor who taught seeing good in bad situations, per daughter Danielle’s heartfelt statement.
  • Details Missing: Motive unclear—no word on what was said during the interaction.
  • Investigation: Contact Detective Jason Gary at (219) 924-7503 ext. 252 or anonymous tip line (219) 922-3085.

Parking lot disputes escalate fast—de-escalation saves lives. Prayers for Pendleton’s family. What’s your take on this?

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