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
Victims Identified in Deadly Robeson County Mass Shooting
Two Dead, 13 Injured in Mass Shooting at Large Party in Robeson County, North Carolina
ROBESON COUNTY, N.C. — A late-night party in eastern North Carolina turned deadly early Saturday morning when gunfire erupted, leaving two people dead and 13 others injured, according to the Robeson County Sheriff’s Office.
Sheriff Burnis Wilkins confirmed that deputies were called to the scene on Dixon Drive, just outside the town of Maxton, at approximately 3:00 a.m. following reports of a shooting at a large outdoor gathering attended by more than 150 people.
When deputies arrived, chaos had already unfolded — witnesses said over 150 individuals fled the area before law enforcement could secure the scene.
Authorities identified the deceased victims as Jessie Locklear and his son Nehemiah Locklear.
Several other victims sustained critical injuries and were transported to area hospitals for emergency treatment.
Sheriff Wilkins stated that, based on preliminary findings, the shooting appears to have been an isolated incident, and there is no ongoing threat to the wider community.
The Robeson County Sheriff’s Office, with assistance from multiple agencies, continues to investigate the circumstances that led to the violence.
Detectives are working to determine the motive and identify all parties involved.
Authorities are urging anyone with information—or anyone who attended the gathering and witnessed the incident—to contact the Robeson County Sheriff’s Investigators at 910-671-3100.
“We know there were many people present when this occurred,” Sheriff Wilkins said. “If you saw something or know something, we need you to come forward to help bring justice to the victims and their families.”