Crime
57-year-old Michael Landers dies from injuries in officer-involved shooting in Vermillion County
DANA, IN – A man who was shot during a police standoff in Vermillion County on Wednesday morning has died from his injuries, according to a news release issued by the Indiana State Police (ISP).
The deceased has been identified as 57-year-old Michael Landers of Dana, Indiana.
The incident occurred on East County Road 700 near Dana and involved a response from multiple law enforcement agencies, including the Terre Haute Police Department SWAT Team.
ISP has launched a formal investigation into the officer-involved shooting.
According to ISP Sgt. Matt Ames, the situation began around 6:45 a.m. when a concerned family member visited Landers’ residence to conduct a welfare check.
During the visit, Landers reportedly brandished a firearm at the family member, prompting them to immediately leave the home and contact 911.
Law enforcement officers responded to the scene, and members of the Terre Haute SWAT Team arrived shortly afterward.
During the encounter, Landers is said to have pointed a firearm at officers.
In response to the perceived threat, an officer discharged their weapon, striking Landers.
Landers was initially transported to a local hospital and later transferred to a hospital in Champaign, Illinois, where he succumbed to his injuries.
The officer involved in the shooting has been placed on administrative leave in accordance with standard protocol while the investigation is ongoing.
No officers or other individuals were reported injured during the incident.
Indiana State Police emphasized that the investigation remains active, and further details will be released as they become available.
Anyone with additional information is encouraged to contact the ISP.
PRINCE GEORGE’S COUNTY, Md. — Authorities are investigating a deadly shooting that occurred at the MGM National Harbor Hotel and Casino, leaving one man dead and another injured. Prince George’s County Police confirmed the fatality in a statement released on social media.
According to investigators, two adult men were struck by gunfire during the incident.
One victim was pronounced dead as a result of his injuries.
The second victim sustained a non-life-threatening injury after a bullet grazed him and was treated at the scene or a nearby medical facility.
Police stated that the suspect fled the location immediately after the shooting and remains at large.
At this time, officials have not released information regarding what led up to the incident. However, investigators emphasized that preliminary findings suggest the shooting was not a random act of violence.
The investigation remains active, and authorities have not yet disclosed the identities of the victims or provided a suspect description.
Anyone with information related to the incident is urged to contact Prince George’s County Police as the search for the shooter continues.