Chicago Man Charged in Shooting of Indiana Deputy Inside Hospital ER

On May 23, 2026, Deputy Jon Samuelson, a 12-year veteran of the LaPorte County Sheriff's Office, was shot while assisting Sharod Grafton at a Michigan City hospital. Samuelson had offered Grafton a ride after believing he was a stranded motorist. Upon arrival at the hospital, Samuelson learned Grafton was a suspect in an earlier incident. The situation escalated, leading to Grafton allegedly shooting Samuelson. Grafton fled but was later apprehended.

The community has responded with strong support, with the South Bend Police Department organizing a meal train to assist Samuelson's family. This allows community members to provide meals or gift cards, ensuring the family can focus on Samuelson's recovery.

The charges against Grafton include attempted murder, a Level 1 felony, battery against a public safety official, a Level 5 felony, and auto theft, a Level 6 felony. The investigation is ongoing, and further details may emerge as the case progresses.

Sharod Grafton faces charges of attempted murder, battery against a public safety official, and auto theft.

Deputy Jon Samuelson is in critical but stable condition in the Intensive Care Unit at Memorial Hospital after undergoing surgery.

The South Bend Police Department has organized a meal train, allowing people to sign up to provide meals or gift cards to the family.

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