NW Indiana shooting leaves 3 teens shot, 1 killed, sheriff says
Deadly shooting in Northwest Indiana following prom
A post-prom party turns tragic. Three teens were shot at a house in Indiana last night. Joanie Lum is here with details.
PORTER CO., Ind. - Three young people were shot, one fatally, at a home late Saturday night in Northwest Indiana.
What we know:
The shooting happened around 11 p.m. at a home in the 1700 block of Liberty Avenue in Pine Township, according to the Porter County Sheriff’s Police Department.
One boy died as a result of the shooting, although police did not specify his age.
An 18-year-old woman and another juvenile of unknown age were also shot, police said.
Police added that the shooting appeared to be an isolated incident and that there was believed to be no ongoing threat to the public.
The Michigan City School District confirmed their high school students were involved.
The school district shared a statement saying:
"Michigan City Area Schools is aware of the tragic off-campus incident involving several Michigan City High School students following prom activities. Our thoughts are with the students, families, and everyone impacted during this difficult time. Counseling and support resources will be available to our students and staff."
Neighbors say the house was often rented as an Airbnb property, but there's never been trouble there.
RELATED: Deadly shooting at after-prom gathering in Porter County leaves community shaken
What we don't know:
Authorities have not identified the victim who died or given a suspected reason for the shooting.
Sheriff's police have not said if they've made any arrests or what the motive might have been for the shooting.
What you can do:
Anyone with information on the shooting is asked to contact Detective Sgt. Marshall at 219-477-3136.