Crime
Judge Steven Meyer and his wife Kimberly injured after shooting in Lafayette
LAFAYETTE, Ind. — Judge Steven Meyer and his wife, Kimberly Meyer, were injured in a shooting at their residence Sunday afternoon, according to information provided by law enforcement.
The Lafayette Police Department (LPD) reported that officers were dispatched to the 1700 block of Mill Pond Lane at approximately 2:17 p.m. after receiving an initial 911 call of unknown circumstances.
As additional details emerged, the call was upgraded to a reported shooting, prompting the response of additional police units.
Upon arrival, officers located two gunshot victims—one male and one female—inside the residence.
Emergency medical personnel rendered aid and transported both individuals to a local hospital.
Police later confirmed that both victims are listed in stable condition.
During the preliminary investigation, officers recovered a spent shotgun shell on the front porch of the home.
According to police, the male victim sustained a gunshot wound to the arm.
Investigators stated that the victim reported hearing a knock at the door, after which an individual allegedly said, “We have your dog,” before firing a shot through the door, striking him.
The scene was secured as detectives conducted evidence collection, and access to the immediate area was restricted during the investigation.
Property records associated with the address list Kimberly Meyer as the resident. Authorities later confirmed that the injured individuals are Judge Steven Meyer and his wife.
LPD confirmed that two people were shot and emphasized that the investigation remains active.
No suspects have been identified or taken into custody at this time, and police have not released additional details regarding a possible motive.
Anyone with information related to the shooting is urged to contact the Lafayette Police Department at (765) 807-1200.
As of the time of publication, no further information regarding the circumstances surrounding the shooting had been released.
TAUNTON, Mass. — One person was killed and seven others were injured in an overnight shooting at a house party in Taunton, Massachusetts, authorities said.
The shooting happened at approximately 12:35 a.m. Sunday at a residence in the 261 Weir Street area. Taunton police officers responded after receiving multiple 911 calls reporting gunshots.
When officers arrived, they found several people suffering from gunshot wounds. Investigators were also informed that additional victims had already been transported to area hospitals for medical treatment.
Authorities ultimately identified eight shooting victims, all of whom were reportedly in their early 20s.
One of the victims, 22-year-old Zirovick Depina of Brockton, was pronounced dead early Sunday morning, according to the Bristol County District Attorney’s Office.
Of the seven surviving victims, one remains in serious but stable condition, while the others suffered injuries that were considered non-life-threatening. Their identities have not been publicly released.
The shooting occurred during a gathering at the residence. Images from the scene showed a tent and tables in the yard, along with white balloons and what appeared to be a photo backdrop near a garage.
A neighbor told authorities that large gatherings and loud parties had reportedly been common at the residence.
The home is located about a mile from the Taunton Police Department headquarters. The neighbor expressed concern about the shooting occurring in the area, particularly given the late-night activity.
The investigation is being conducted by Taunton Police, Massachusetts State Police detectives assigned to the Bristol County District Attorney’s Office, and other investigative units. Detectives are working to determine what led to the gunfire and identify those responsible.
Anyone with information about the shooting is urged to contact Taunton police or investigators with the Bristol County District Attorney’s Office.
The investigation remains active and ongoing, and additional information is expected as authorities continue gathering evidence and interviewing witnesses.