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Elkhart City mayor, police chief give update after series of shootings; investigators review officer‑involved incident
Summary
The mayor and Police Chief Jean Melanie said investigators are processing evidence from an officer‑involved shooting at High Dive Park and other recent shootings on Feb. 8–9; officials urged patience, said the county homicide unit and prosecutor will review evidence before video is released, and asked the public to share tips.
Elkhart City officials held a press conference to update residents after a cluster of violent incidents over three days, including an officer‑involved shooting outside High Dive Park that left a 17‑year‑old dead and separate shootings on Feb. 8 and Feb. 9.
Mayor (unnamed in the transcript) opened the briefing by expressing sympathy for victims, families and first responders and urging the community to work together. “Estas noticias… han sido difíciles para muchas personas,” the mayor said, describing himself as a parent and long‑time resident and asking for patience while investigations proceed.
Police Chief Jean Melanie, who identified herself at the briefing, described the investigative process for officer‑involved shootings. She said a shift supervisor responds to the scene and notifies the county homicide detective on duty;…
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