Lowell — A Lowell man is facing multiple felony charges, including attempted murder, after allegedly attacking a police officer with a knife Wednesday morning.
According to the Lowell Police Department, the incident occurred on April 1, 2026, at approximately 9:47 a.m. in the 100 block of Deanna Drive. An officer was flagged down by a business owner reporting a suspicious individual openly consuming alcohol in the area.
Police say officers had previously responded to an alarm call nearby but did not locate anyone at that time. While checking the area again, the officer encountered Ethan Patrick Meyer, 26, of Lowell, near the business tied to the earlier alarm.
As the officer, who was in full uniform, attempted to make verbal contact, Meyer allegedly pulled a large kitchen knife from his waistband and charged at the officer while yelling threats to kill him.
A physical struggle ensued, with both the officer and Meyer falling to the ground. During the altercation, Meyer allegedly attempted to stab the officer in the back of the neck, with the blade making contact with the officer’s shirt collar. The officer was able to grab Meyer’s hand, preventing further attempts.
Police say Meyer then attempted to grab the officer’s duty weapon and remove it from its holster, but the officer was able to stop him. As the struggle continued, Meyer repeatedly threatened to kill the officer.
Good Samaritans in the area intervened and assisted the officer in taking Meyer into custody. Authorities say multiple witness statements were obtained, and surveillance footage captured the incident.
The officer was treated at the scene for minor injuries.
The Lake County Prosecutor’s Office has filed the following charges against Meyer:
• Attempted Murder (Level 1 Felony)
• Battery by Means of a Deadly Weapon (Level 5 Felony)
• Intimidation (Level 5 Felony)
• Resisting Law Enforcement (Level 5 Felony – two counts)
• Disarming a Law Enforcement Officer (Level 5 Felony)
Officials stated they are grateful the officer did not suffer serious injuries and plan to formally recognize the civilians who stepped in to help during the incident.
