Full Breakdown
Investigation Underway After Shooting of Indiana Judge and Wife
1/20/2026, 12:42:40 AM
Shooting Incident Details
On January 18, 2026, Tippecanoe Superior Court Judge Steven Meyer and his wife, Kimberly Meyer, were shot at their home in Lafayette, Indiana. The incident occurred around 2:15 p.m. in the 1700 block of Mill Pond Lane. Both victims sustained injuries—Judge Meyer was shot in the arm, while Kimberly was struck in the hip. They were transported to a local hospital and are currently in stable condition. The Lafayette Police Department, in conjunction with the Indiana State Police, the Tippecanoe County Sheriff’s Office, the West Lafayette Police Department, the Tippecanoe County Prosecutor’s Office, and the FBI, is actively investigating the shooting. Shell casings were recovered at the scene, but no suspects have been identified or arrested as of yet.
Community and Official Responses
In the wake of the shooting, various officials expressed their support for the Meyer family. Lafayette Mayor Tony Roswarski stated, “Our thoughts and prayers go out to the entire Meyer family. I want to ensure the community that every available resource is being used to apprehend the individual(s) responsible for this senseless unacceptable act of violence.” Indiana Supreme Court Chief Justice Loretta Rush, a longtime friend of Judge Meyer, emphasized the need for vigilance among judges, stating, “Any violence against a judge or a judge’s family is completely unacceptable.” She also reassured the community that the judicial system would continue to function despite the incident, as arrangements were being made for coverage of Judge Meyer’s caseload.
Judicial Community Support
The Indiana judicial community has rallied around the Meyers, with Tippecanoe County judges expressing their concern and support. Judge Sean Persin, speaking on behalf of his colleagues, noted that there has been an overwhelming outpouring of assistance from judges statewide to ensure that cases in Tippecanoe Superior Court No. 2 continue to be heard in a timely manner. He confirmed that a trial scheduled for the week following the shooting has been postponed, and jurors were notified not to report to court.
Ongoing Investigation
As the investigation continues, law enforcement has not released any details regarding a possible motive or suspect description. The Lafayette Police Department has urged anyone with information related to the shooting to come forward. The community remains on alert, with officials emphasizing the importance of safety for public servants.
Verbatim Quotes
- “I have great confidence in the Lafayette Police Department's investigation and want to thank all the agencies involved for their work.” — Kimberly Meyer
- “Any violence against a judge or a judge's family is completely unacceptable.” — Loretta Rush, Indiana Supreme Court Chief Justice
- “I want to ensure the community that every available resource is being used to apprehend the individual(s) responsible for this senseless unacceptable act of violence.” — Tony Roswarski, Lafayette Mayor
The situation remains fluid as authorities work to resolve the case and ensure the safety of the community and its public officials.
