In Lafayette, Indiana, a state court judge and his wife are recovering in stable condition after being shot at their home on Sunday afternoon. The incident involved Steven Meyer, a Tippecanoe Superior Court judge, who sustained an arm injury, and his wife, Kimberly Meyer, who was injured in the hip area, according to authorities.
Police responded promptly to a shooting report in a residential neighborhood situated approximately 60 miles northwest of Indianapolis. Upon arrival, officers found the couple suffering from injuries. Both received medical treatment for their wounds, and shell casings were collected at the scene as evidence.
The investigation remains active, with involving agencies from local, state, and federal law enforcement working together. Officers have not yet disclosed details regarding a possible motive or suspect descriptions.
Mayor Tony Roswarski addressed the public, emphasizing that all available resources are being utilized to apprehend those responsible for what he described as "a senseless unacceptable act of violence." He reassured the community of the commitment to resolving the case.
Kimberly Meyer released a statement expressing strong confidence in the investigators and gratitude toward law enforcement personnel and medical staff who assisted her and her husband following the attack.
This shooting has heightened concerns among Indiana’s judiciary. State Supreme Court Chief Justice Loretta H. Rush issued a letter urging fellow judges to remain vigilant regarding their personal safety. She expressed worries about the security risks judges face and reinforced that any form of violence targeting judges or their families is entirely unacceptable. She reminded them that ensuring safety is essential as they manage the resolution of over one million cases annually throughout the state.
Authorities continue their search for the perpetrator or perpetrators involved in the case as the community remains attentive to developments in this serious matter.