Communities rally to support deputy injured in Michigan City hospital shooting
WNDU
Last updated: May 26, 2026
A LaPorte County deputy, Jon Samuelson, was shot and is in critical but stable condition. Communities in Michiana are organizing efforts to support him and his family during this difficult time.
- A LaPorte County deputy, Jon Samuelson, is currently in the ICU in critical but stable condition following a shooting incident at Franciscan Health in Michigan City.
- The South Bend Police Department has initiated a meal train fundraiser to provide meals, either homemade or delivered, for Deputy Samuelson’s family.
- Additionally, options to send digital or physical gift cards are available through the meal train to further assist the family.
- The Warrior’s Oath of Plymouth, a biker group, organized a fundraiser ride on Monday, with all generated proceeds designated to support Deputy Samuelson and his loved ones.
- Further support options, including a GoFundMe link, can be accessed via the Warrior’s Oath of Plymouth’s Facebook page for those wishing to contribute.
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