Chilling Words Revealed: The Shooter’s Statement Before Targeting Judge and Wife

The individual who shot an Indiana judge and his wife on Sunday reportedly made a puzzling remark just before the attack, according to a recent report. The assailant, still at large and unidentified, knocked on the door of Judge Steven Meyer and his wife, Kimberly, claiming, “We have your dog,” as captured in a 911 call recording obtained by Fox News. Following this statement, the shooter fired multiple rounds through the door, injuring the judge in the arm and his wife in the hip. Fortunately, both survived the incident, which occurred around 2:17 p.m. at their Lafayette residence, a modest city located approximately 63 miles northwest of Indianapolis. The couple received medical attention for their injuries and are now reported to be in stable condition, according to police.

The details from the 911 call add layers of intrigue to the case, hinting at the possibility of multiple individuals being involved. It remains uncertain if the claim about having the couple’s dog was a ruse or posed a real threat. The Daily Mail has sought comments from the Lafayette Police Department regarding the matter. The shooting is under active investigation by various law enforcement bodies, including the Lafayette Police Department, Tippecanoe County Sheriff’s Office, West Lafayette Police Department, Tippecanoe County Prosecutor’s Office, and the FBI. While shell casings have been collected from the scene, authorities have yet to release any suspect descriptions.

In the aftermath of the shooting, Kimberly Meyer issued a statement via the Lafayette Police Department. She expressed her trust in the ongoing investigation, commending the involved agencies for their dedication. “We deeply appreciate the overwhelming support from the community; everyone has been incredibly kind and compassionate,” she remarked. She also extended gratitude to the medical staff who treated them post-incident. Lafayette Mayor Tony Roswarski labeled the act as “senseless” and assured the public that all possible resources are being deployed to track down those responsible.

Steven Meyer has been the judge for Tippecanoe Superior Court No. 2 for more than a decade. Before that, he was a member of the Lafayette City Council and had also practiced law in the community for over 30 years. In 2014, he ran for the superior court judgeship as a Democrat against Republican Rebecca Trent, defeating her with 51 percent of the vote. When his six-year term came up in 2020, he ran again as a Democrat, this time unopposed. His current term ends in 2026. Meyer hears major criminal cases, including murders, according to the county website. He also deals with divorces and other family law matters, along with a variety of other civil cases.

Given the sensitive nature of his work, Indiana Supreme Court Chief Justice Loretta Rush wrote to judges statewide ‘I worry about the safety of all our judges. As you work to peacefully resolve more than 1 million cases a year, you must not only feel safe, you must also be safe,’ Rush said. ‘Any violence against a judge or a judge’s family is completely unacceptable. As public servants, you are dedicated to the rule of law.’ Court officials said discussions are underway about arranging temporary coverage for Meyer’s duties while he recovers.