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Indiana State Police identifies trooper, suspect in LaPorte County shooting
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Key Points:
- Indiana State Police Sergeant Justin Heflin, a 12-year veteran and U.S. Marine Corps veteran, was shot multiple times during a pursuit in LaPorte County and is currently in stable condition after successful surgery.
- The suspect, 54-year-old Kevin Meyers of La Porte, was found dead with gunshot wounds near Joliet and Wozniak Roads; he had an extensive criminal history including previous officer-involved shootings.
- The incident began with a traffic stop attempt in Berrien County for a suspected stolen vehicle, leading to a high-speed chase that ended in a shooting at a Speedway gas station near I-94 and U.S. 421 interchange.
- A large law enforcement response involving over 100 officers, multiple agencies, tactical teams, and aerial support was deployed to locate the suspect, who fled after shooting the trooper.
- Authorities confirmed there is no ongoing threat to the community, and a young woman, child, and dog were safely evacuated from the area during the search.
