Munster Suspect Taken Into Custody After SWAT Standoff in Domestic Shooting

Detectives are collecting evidence, seeking public tips, maintaining that there is no ongoing threat.

Overview

Police found a woman with a gunshot wound to the face at a home on the 9300 block of Chestnut Lane and took her to a hospital after officers responded Saturday night.
The suspected shooter stayed inside the residence, prompting Northwest Regional SWAT to negotiate a surrender that led to a peaceful arrest.
Authorities transported the arrested suspect to the Lake County Jail and have not released the person’s identity.
Investigators obtained search warrants for the home and a vehicle at the property as the Munster Police Criminal Investigations Division continues the probe.
Police asked anyone with information to contact Detective Omar Padilla at 219-836-6692 or opadilla@munster.org and said the case is under active investigation while the victim’s condition remains undisclosed.