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Officer detains man after threat to shoot up business

Heard on: Lake IN Law Dispatch Group Calls

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Be out with a male, 30 on Hendricks.

2/15/2026 12:21 AM

Weapons

Hendricks St, Merrillville, IN 46410

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Deputies respond to possible domestic disturbance near 71st Ave

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W 71st Ave, Merrillville, IN 46410

As discussed during the dispatch call, officers were dispatched to a possible domestic disturbance near West 71st Avenue in Merrillville. A caller reported that her husband had struck her earlier and might have access to a weapon. No further details on injuries were confirmed from the initial radio traffic.

Deputies respond to domestic disturbance on 71st Ave

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2/8/2026 10:26 AM

W 71st Ave, Merrillville, IN 46410

As discussed during the dispatch call, officers were dispatched to a possible domestic dispute at a residence near West 71st Avenue in Merrillville. Reports indicated a husband and wife were involved in a disturbance, and the husband reportedly refused to leave the home. The situation appeared to remain contained at the scene.

AI Summary

Weapons reported near Hendricks St, Merrillville, IN 46410 on Feb 15, 2026, 12:21 AM. As discussed during the dispatch call, an officer in Merrillville encountered a man near Hendricks Street possibly connected to a prior report involving threats to shoot at a location. AI-generated summary from public dispatch audio. Not an official report.

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