Griffith, Indiana – Local authorities in northwest Indiana are investigating a tragic incident that resulted in the deaths of three individuals following a shooting at a residence on Colfax Street. The Lake County Sheriff’s Department is looking into the possibility that this may have been a murder-suicide, as reported on Friday.
The Sheriff’s Department received a call about a fatal shooting at the home around 3:35 p.m. Upon arriving at the scene, officers discovered three men with apparent gunshot wounds. Tragically, two of the victims were pronounced dead on-site, while the third was rushed to the hospital in critical condition. Unfortunately, the third individual succumbed to their injuries later at the hospital.
Law enforcement officials quickly secured the area, reassuring the public that there was no ongoing threat to the community. News footage from Sky 5 showed a heavy police presence at the scene, with multiple vehicles and a section of Colfax Street blocked off with crime scene tape.
Sheriff’s detectives are actively investigating various aspects of the shooting, including the possibility of a murder-suicide. Despite the ongoing investigation, further details surrounding the incident have not been disclosed at this time.
As authorities work to piece together the events leading up to the tragic shooting, the community mourns the loss of three lives in this devastating incident in Griffith, Indiana. The Sheriff’s Department continues to urge anyone with information to come forward and assist in the investigation.
Our thoughts are with the families and loved ones of the victims during this difficult time as the community seeks answers and closure in the wake of this heartbreaking event.