Merrillville Police Investigating Homicide At Motel
On Saturday, October 2nd, 2021 at approximately 5:55 PM Merrillville Police Officers responded to call for shots fired at The Economy Inn in the 8200 Block of Louisiana Street.
Upon officers’ arrival it was determined that a male, a female and dog had sustained gunshot wounds, according to Merrillville Assistant Police Chief Kosta Nuses. Both victims and the dog were transported to be treated. The male victim later succumbed to his gunshot wounds and was pronounced deceased at a local hospital. The Lake County Coroner has not released the victims name as of Sunday morning.
The dog that was injured during the shooting was in stable condition as of last night. Merrillville Police took financial responsibility for the treatment of the dog since the owner was not able to. Update – The female has since picked up her dog and is in good condition.
Merrillville Police Detectives are actively working and investigating this case. If you have any information regarding this incident please contact Det. Garza at 219-769-3531 or at jgarza@merrillville.in.gov
