Indiana Judge and Wife Shot in Home, Manhunt Underway
A manhunt is currently underway in Lafayette, Indiana, after a judge and his wife were shot and wounded in their home on Sunday. According to a statement from state Supreme Court Chief Justice Loretta H. Rush, Tippecanoe Superior Court 2 Judge Steven Meyer and his wife, Kimberly, were shot at their residence on Mill Pond Lane.
The Lafayette Police Department responded to the scene and found the two victims, who were taken to a hospital for medical treatment and are currently in stable condition. Police reported that Steven Meyer suffered an injury to his arm, while Kimberly Meyer had an injury to her hip. An investigation is ongoing, with local and state police, the county sheriff’s office, county prosecutors, and the FBI all involved.
Investigation and Response
According to a recording of the emergency dispatch operator, the caller reported that there was a knock on the door, followed by a statement claiming to have the family dog, and then a shot was fired through the door. Shell casings were recovered at the scene, and police are working to determine the circumstances surrounding the shooting. Tippecanoe County Sheriff Robert Goldsmith has announced that there will be extra security at the courthouse for the foreseeable future, although no specific threats against the judge or others in the courthouse have been reported.
Kimberly Meyer expressed her gratitude for the support of the community and the agencies involved in the investigation, stating that she and her husband have “great confidence” in the Lafayette Police investigation. She also thanked the medical personnel who provided care and assistance to the couple following the incident.
Community Reaction and Support
Chief Justice Loretta H. Rush condemned the violence, stating that “any violence against a judge or a judge’s family is completely unacceptable.” She also expressed concern for the safety of all judges, emphasizing the importance of their work in resolving over 1 million cases per year. Lafayette Mayor Tony Roswarski offered his thoughts and prayers to the Meyer family, assuring the community that every available resource is being used to apprehend the individual(s) responsible for the senseless act of violence.
Court cases in Tippecanoe County, Indiana, will continue as scheduled, with the chief judge preparing the state Supreme Court Office of Judicial Administration to provide assistance if needed. The community has come together to support the Meyer family, with an outpouring of kindness and compassion.
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