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Indiana State Police identified the trooper shot in Michigan City as Sgt. Justin Heflin, and named the shooting suspect who was later found dead about 10 miles from the scene after a pursuit that began in Berrien County. The trooper was hospitalized in serious condition, and ISP investigators are continuing to piece together the events surrounding the LaPorte County incident.
A LaPorte County sheriff’s deputy, Jon Samuelson, saved a nurse’s life during a struggle with Sharod Grafton in the Franciscan Health Michigan City ER before Samuelson was shot. Samuelson sustained multiple gunshot wounds and is paralyzed from the neck down after surgery, while Grafton fled but was later captured and faces charges of attempted murder, battery on a public safety official and auto theft. The nurse credited the deputy with saving his life, and Samuelson has shown signs of progress in recovery as he remains in hospital with his K-9 partner Bosco nearby.
A LaPorte County sheriff's deputy was shot inside Franciscan Health Michigan City hospital around 7:15 a.m. and is in critical condition; authorities say the shooting is under investigation.
LaPorte County in northwest Indiana was hit by a winter storm that brought more than two feet of snow to several communities, with one neighborhood receiving at least 32 inches of snow. The snowfall rates of up to two inches per hour led to slick and snow-covered roads, with various areas reporting significant snowfall totals ranging from 20 to 32 inches.
Heavy lake-effect snow in LaPorte County, Indiana has led to a travel warning issued by the Department of Homeland Security, restricting travel to emergency management workers only. Semi-truck drivers in Michigan City faced challenges with their rigs getting stuck in the snow, prompting one driver to caution against driving in such weather. The advisory urges people to refrain from travel and comply with emergency measures, while also cooperating with public officials and disaster services forces.
Heavy lake-effect snow in LaPorte County, Indiana has led to a travel warning issued by the Department of Homeland Security, restricting travel to emergency management workers only. Semi-truck drivers in Michigan City faced challenges with their rigs getting stuck in the snow, prompting one driver to caution against driving in such weather. The advisory urges residents to refrain from travel, comply with emergency measures, and cooperate with public officials.
Heavy lake-effect snow in LaPorte County, Indiana has led to a travel warning issued by the Department of Homeland Security, restricting travel to emergency management workers only. Semi-truck drivers in Michigan City faced challenges with their rigs getting stuck in the snow, prompting one driver to caution against driving in such weather. Residents are urged to refrain from travel and comply with emergency measures, while staying updated on local news for the latest developments.