Indiana Judge and His Wife Are Shot at Their Suburban Home

The New York Times • January 20, 2026 • nation

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Indiana judge Steven P. Meyer and his wife, Kimberly Meyer, were shot at their home in Lafayette, with both in stable condition; police are investigating the incident, which involved a man who claimed to have found their dog before shooting through the door.
Judge Meyer, who plans to retire at the end of the year, has presided over high-profile cases in Tippecanoe County Superior Court and has a history of public service including running as a Democrat and serving on the Lafayette City Council.
The shooting has raised concerns about the safety of judges and public officials amid a national rise in threats and violence, prompting Indiana Supreme Court Chief Justice Loretta H. Rush to urge judges to remain vigilant.
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