BREAKING: Five Thugs Arrested for Shooting Judge

Five suspects arrested in brazen daylight shooting of Indiana judge and wife raises alarms about coordinated violence against guardians of law and order.

Story Snapshot

Tippecanoe Superior Court Judge Steven Meyer was shot in the arm, wife, Kimberly, was shot in the hip at their Lafayette home on January 19, 2026.
Five individuals from Indiana and Kentucky are in custody, charged with felonies, including attempted murder and obstruction of justice.
A multi-agency probe involving the FBI and state police highlights an organized threat to judicial safety.
Victims are stable and improving; the community rallies with support amid enhanced courthouse security.
Indiana Chief Justice urges vigilance, exposing vulnerabilities in protecting those who uphold the rule of law.

Shooting Details and Victim Status

This week, gunfire erupted at the Meyer residence in the 1700 block of Mill Pond Lane, Lafayette, Indiana. Judge Steven Meyer sustained a wound to his arm. His wife, Kimberly Meyer, suffered a hip injury. Shell casings marked the scene of this Sunday afternoon attack.

Both received prompt medical care and now remain in stable condition, showing improvement. The precision of the assault on a sitting judge’s private home underscores threats to public servants dedicated to justice.

Suspects Identified and Charges Filed

The Lafayette Police Department arrested five suspects swiftly after the incident. Raylen Ferguson, 38, and Zedana Greer, 61, hail from Lexington, Kentucky. Thomas Moss, 43, Blake Smith, 32, and Amanda Mislap, 45, reside locally in Lafayette.

Authorities charged them with multiple felonies, from attempted murder to obstruction of justice. The cross-state connections point to coordinated effort, not random violence. This rapid response by law enforcement protects the community from further danger.

Multi-Agency Investigation Underway

Lafayette Police led the probe, joined by the FBI, Indiana State Police, Tippecanoe County Sheriff’s Office, West Lafayette Police, and the prosecutor’s office. Indiana Supreme Court monitors developments closely.

Enhanced security now guards the Tippecanoe County Courthouse. Police seek public tips at 765-807-1200. The involvement of federal agents signals the gravity of the matter, ensuring the thorough pursuit of justice against those who target judicial integrity, an essential to American freedoms.

ARRESTED:

5 people are now in custody accused of attempted murder and bribery in the shootings of Tippecanoe County Judge Steven Meyer and his wife, Kimberly Meyer.

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— Angela Ganote (@angelaganote) January 23, 2026

Kimberly Meyer expressed gratitude to law enforcement and the community for their support. Lafayette Mayor Tony Roswarski labeled the act senseless violence, pledging full resources. Chief Justice Loretta H. Rush stressed that judges must feel safe while resolving over a million cases each year.

Implications for Judicial Security

The attack exposes judges and families who defend constitutional principles daily to risks. Short-term, courthouses bolster protections. Long-term, statewide vigilance may reshape policies, prioritizing safety for rule-of-law defenders.

Community outpouring aids the Meyers, yet this incident warns of rising threats to public officials. In an era demanding vigorous law enforcement, swift arrests affirm a commitment to order over chaos that erodes family and societal stability.

This event prompts reflection on protecting those safeguarding our liberties, as President Trump’s focus on law and order nationwide counters violence undermining traditional values.