CRIME & LAW

Indiana Judge And Wife Shot; Suspect Remains At-Large

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60-Second Summary

LAFAYETTE, Ind. Police responded Sunday, Jan. 18, to the 1700 block of Mill Pond Lane after reports of a shooting that injured Tippecanoe Superior Court Judge Steven Meyer and his wife, Kimberly. Officers found both victims and transported them to an area hospital; both were reported in stable condition. Authorities recovered shell casings at the scene and said local, state and federal agencies are assisting the active investigation. Chief Justice Loretta Rush notified judges statewide and courts arranged coverage to keep dockets moving while investigators search for a suspect. Mayor Roswarski commented. Based on 6 articles reviewed and supporting research.

About this summary

This 60-second summary was prepared by the JQJO editorial team after reviewing 6 original reports from FOX 55 Fort Wayne, PBS.org, WHAS 11 Louisville, WGN-TV, The Straits Times and My Northwest.

Timeline of Events

Jan. 18, ~2:00–2:15 PM — Police respond to shooting at Mill Pond Lane.
Jan. 18 — Officers find Judge Steven Meyer and his wife Kimberly injured and transport them to hospital.
Jan. 18 — Shell casings recovered at scene; initial evidence collection begins.
Jan. 19 — Indiana Chief Justice Loretta Rush notifies judges; courts arrange coverage.
Jan. 19 — Local, state and federal agencies coordinate an active search; no suspect or motive released.