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Charles Ellis was executive director of the Ten Point Coalition before he was promoted to state director.
Photo courtesy Charles HarrisonCharles Ellis, pastor of an Indianapolis church and state director of the Ten Point Coalition, died this weekend.
Ten Point is an anti-crime group known for its street-level engagement, particularly through safety patrols in high-crime areas. Ellis was executive director of the group before he was promoted to state director.
Congressman André Carson joined others honoring Ellis. Carson wrote in a tweet that Ellis will be remembered for his tireless advocacy on behalf of at-risk youth.
A prayer vigil will be held Tuesday night at 25th Street Baptist Church, where Ellis served as pastor.
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