Chicago, Indiana – A road rage incident on I-80/94 in Lake Station, Indiana, turned deadly early Wednesday morning, as reported by Indiana State Police. The incident involved a shooting and altercation between two drivers near Central Avenue and Ripley Street. Upon receiving a call around 4 a.m., troopers discovered a driver deceased from a gunshot wound at Ripley Street.
The individual who initially reported the incident was apprehended on I-65, two miles away, shortly after the shooting. Although he is a suspect, authorities have not confirmed whether he is the shooter. The shooting prompted a closure of the interstate at Ripley Street, causing significant disruptions during the morning commute as drivers were rerouted to the Indiana Toll Road to avoid the congestion. Fortunately, all lanes have since reopened.
The identity of the deceased driver has not yet been disclosed by officials. Investigation into the circumstances surrounding the road rage incident and subsequent shooting is ongoing. Indiana State Police are working to gather more information and determine the events leading up to the fatal altercation on I-80/94.
Law enforcement officials urge anyone with information regarding the incident to come forward and assist in the investigation. The community is encouraged to provide any details that may help shed light on the events that transpired on the interstate that morning. Stay tuned for updates on this developing story as authorities continue to piece together the sequence of events from the tragic incident in Lake Station, Indiana.