In a shocking incident over the weekend, Tippecanoe Superior Court 2 Judge Steve Meyer and his wife, Kim, were shot inside their Indiana home. Both were quickly transported to a local hospital, where officials confirmed they were in stable condition. As of Monday, Judge Meyer remained hospitalized but stable, according to a statement from Indiana Supreme Court Chief Justice Loretta Rush.
Authorities recovered shell casings at the scene, but details about the alleged gunman, including their motive or a description, have not been released. The suspect remains at large, and police continue to actively investigate the shooting.
Chief Justice Rush expressed relief that the couple survived the attack. “Judge Steve Meyer is a fellow judge and a longtime friend. I am deeply grateful he and his wife Kim are alive after having been shot in their home. Their health and well-being are of utmost concern to me,” Rush said in a statement.
The incident has sent shockwaves through the local legal community. Colleagues and community members have expressed concern and support for the couple, emphasizing the gravity of a targeted attack on a sitting judge. Authorities have urged anyone with information related to the shooting to come forward as the investigation continues.
No arrests have been made so far, and police are reportedly examining surveillance footage, witness statements, and other evidence to identify the suspect. The motive behind the attack remains unclear, leaving neighbors and the public anxious as law enforcement works to bring the shooter to justice.
This incident underscores growing concerns over the safety of public officials and highlights the need for heightened security measures for judicial officers and their families.
