A large-scale manhunt is underway in Indiana after a judge and his wife were shot inside their home in Lafayette on Sunday afternoon, authorities confirmed.
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Police say the victims are Tippecanoe County Superior Court Judge Steven “Steve” Meyer and his wife, Kimberly Meyer. The shooting happened around 2:15 p.m. at their residence in a quiet Lafayette neighborhood, sending shockwaves through the local community and the state’s legal system.
According to CBS News, Judge Meyer was shot in the arm, while his wife was struck in the hip. Both were rushed to a nearby hospital and are reported to be in stable condition. Officials have not released details about the weapon used or how the shooter gained access to the home.
As of now, no suspect has been arrested, and authorities have not released a description of the shooter or a possible motive. Multiple agencies — including Lafayette police, Indiana State Police, and federal partners — are assisting in the investigation. Officers recovered evidence at the scene and continue to canvass the area for leads.
Police are asking anyone with information related to the shooting to come forward as the search for the suspect intensifies. Meanwhile, the Lafayette community remains on edge as investigators work to determine who carried out the attack and why.
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This is a developing story. Updates will be provided as more information becomes available.
