Crime
17-year-old Takoda Gallegos killed in Mishawaka shooting, juvenile suspect in custody
MISHAWAKA, IN – Authorities have identified the victim of a fatal shooting that occurred Wednesday night as 17-year-old Takoda Gallegos of Vandalia, Michigan.
Police were dispatched to the 200 block of North Indiana Avenue at approximately 8:45 p.m. following reports of a baby being shot.
However, upon arrival, officers determined that the initial report was inaccurate.
Inside the home, officers discovered Gallegos suffering from life-threatening gunshot injuries.
Despite efforts to provide assistance, Gallegos was pronounced deceased at the scene.
Following the incident, a juvenile suspect was identified and apprehended with the assistance of the St. Joseph County Metro SWAT team.
The suspect, whose identity has not been released due to their age, is currently being detained at the St. Joseph County Juvenile Justice Center.
The Mishawaka Police Department is actively investigating the circumstances surrounding the shooting. Authorities have emphasized that there is no ongoing danger to the community.
Police are urging anyone with information related to the case to contact the Mishawaka Police Department Detective Bureau at 574-258-1684. Tips can also be submitted anonymously through Michiana Crime Stoppers by calling 574-288-STOP (7867) or 1-800-342-STOP (7867).
The tragic death of Takoda Gallegos has sent shockwaves through both the Mishawaka and Vandalia communities. Law enforcement continues to work diligently to uncover the facts of this case and bring justice for the young victim.
This is an ongoing investigation, and updates will be provided as new information becomes available.
Crime
14-Year-Old Middleton High School Student Carson Chrapkowski Dies After Bicycle Crash, Driver Alyssa Anderson Arrested
MIDDLETON, Idaho — A 14-year-old Middleton High School student has died after being struck by a vehicle while riding his bicycle near the high school Friday night, according to the Middleton Police Department.
The teenager was transported by Life Flight to St. Luke’s Boise following the crash but died from his injuries early Saturday morning.
Middleton police said the crash involved a vehicle and a bicyclist near Middleton High School. The 14-year-old suffered critical injuries and was flown to a Boise hospital for emergency medical treatment.
Police announced Saturday morning that the young bicyclist had succumbed to his injuries.
The teen was identified in the information provided for this report as Carson Chrapkowski, a Middleton High School student. However, the police department’s public statement did not release the teenager’s name.
Police arrested 41-year-old Alyssa Louise Anderson in connection with the crash. Anderson was booked into the Canyon County Jail.
According to police, Anderson is facing charges of vehicular manslaughter, aggravated DUI and leaving the scene of an injury accident.
Authorities have not released additional details about the circumstances leading up to the collision or the specific allegations supporting the DUI charge.
The crash remains under investigation by the Middleton Police Department and Idaho State Police. Investigators have not released further information about the sequence of events or whether additional charges could be filed.
Police said they are continuing to work to establish the circumstances surrounding the fatal crash.
The Middleton Police Department expressed condolences to the teenager’s parents, family, friends, classmates and others affected by his death as the community mourns the loss of a young student.