Man arrested for Tell City murder

Indiana State Police Jasper detectives are investigating a murder in Perry County. 

The incident began Saturday, February 12, when Tell City Dispatch received a 911 call reporting shots fired in the 5000 block of Antler Lane shortly after 11:00 p.m.

Perry County deputies and an Indiana State Trooper responded and upon arriving located a shattered glass sliding door and bullet casings. Officers announced their presence loudly into the residence, however, they did not receive a response. Officers then entered the residence and located an adult female in a bedroom while they were searching the home. Police said the female, later identified as Amber Willis, 24, appeared to have been shot and displayed no signs of life. 

Responding officers did not locate a suspect in or around the residence. 

ISP Investigations and Crime Scene were called to the scene. During the investigation, investigators determined Willis’ ex-boyfriend, Phillip Taylor, 24, was a person of interest into the shooting. 

Officers worked throughout the night and into the next morning attempting to locate Taylor as he was considered armed and dangerous. At abuot 8:30 Sunday morning, information was shared that Taylor was possibly in the English, Indiana area. 

Detectives were able to locate Taylor and take him into custody without incident. Taylor was transported to the Perry County Jail where he is being held without bond for murder. 

Perry County Sheriff’s Department, Tell City Police Department, Perry County EMS, Perry County EMA and the Perry County Coroner’s Office assisted with the investigation.

A Gofundme has been established to help with funeral expenses as well as funds for Willis’ two daughters. https://www.gofundme.com/f/help-ambers-family-with-funeral-other-expenses