A manhunt is underway after Tippecanoe Superior Court 2 Judge Steven Meyer and his wife, Kimberly, were shot at their Lafayette, Indiana home on Sunday. Both victims were hospitalized and are in stable condition, with Steven Meyer injured in the arm and Kimberly Meyer in the hip.
Authorities said the shooting occurred on Mill Pond Lane. According to a 911 dispatch recording, a caller reported someone knocking on the door, claiming to have the couple’s dog, before gunfire erupted. Shell casings were recovered at the scene.
Lafayette Police confirmed that multiple agencies, including local and state police, the county sheriff’s office, prosecutors, and the FBI, are involved in the ongoing investigation. Tippecanoe County Sheriff Robert Goldsmith said courthouse security will be increased for the foreseeable future.
Kimberly Meyer expressed confidence in the police investigation and thanked the community and medical personnel for their support.
State Supreme Court Chief Justice Loretta H. Rush condemned the attack, stating, “Any violence against a judge or a judge’s family is completely unacceptable,” and called for vigilance in security measures.
Lafayette Mayor Tony Roswarski assured the community that all available resources are being used to apprehend the shooter and expressed confidence in law enforcement.
Court proceedings in Tippecanoe County will continue, with support from the state Supreme Court Office of Judicial Administration as needed.