Lake County, MI – Authorities in northern Michigan are asking for the public’s help after two homes were struck by gunfire in a reckless shooting incident earlier this month.
According to the Lake County Sheriff’s Office, the incident happened around September 20 in the area of North Merrillville Road and West Ten Mile Road. Investigators said multiple shots were fired, and at least two residences were damaged. No injuries were reported, but deputies emphasized the seriousness of the incident.
At this time, the location where the shots originated and the type of firearm used remain unknown. The sheriff’s office is asking residents in the area to review trail cameras or home security footage from the date of the incident. Anyone with information is encouraged to contact Deputy King at Lake County Central Dispatch by phone at (231) 745-2711 or by email at kking@co.lake.mi.us.
The office also reminded residents of Michigan’s Reckless Discharge of Firearm Law, which makes it a misdemeanor to willfully discharge a firearm without proper caution. State law requires that anyone shooting a firearm ensure a safe backdrop for every shot and remain at least 500 feet from an occupied dwelling unless they have permission from the occupants.
“Firearm safety is a shared responsibility,” the department stated in its release. “Please help us keep our communities safe by practicing responsible firearm use and reporting unsafe behavior.”
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