Jessica Kouba : “Valparaiso Shooting Victim Dies, Suspect in Custody”

Accident – Death – Obituary News :

Tragic Shooting Incident in Valparaiso Leaves One Dead

In a devastating turn of events, a shooting incident in Valparaiso has resulted in the tragic death of 29-year-old Jessica Kouba. The incident took place on Friday afternoon in the 350 block of Locust Street, sending shockwaves through the community.

Details of the Incident

Reports of multiple gunshots rang out in the quiet neighbourhood at around 3:50 p.m., drawing attention to the alarming situation unfolding on Locust Street. Jessica Kouba, a resident of Valparaiso, was fatally wounded in the shooting, leaving family and friends in mourning.

Suspect identified and Arrested

At the scene of the incident, 25-year-old Anthony Lee of Merrillville was apprehended by authorities. Lee was taken into custody and transported to the Valparaiso Police Department for further investigation. It was discovered that Lee was wanted on unrelated charges, including possession of marijuana and a Porter County arrest warrant.

Appeal for Information

The Valparaiso Police Department is urging anyone with information about the incident to come forward and assist in the ongoing investigation. Individuals can contact the department directly at 219-462-2135 or send a text message to TIP411 (847-411) with the keyword “Valpo” in the message field. In order to provide specific details, please mention “Locust” in the first line of your tip.

By working together with the community, law enforcement hopes to bring justice to the victim and closure to her loved ones. Your cooperation and assistance are greatly appreciated in this difficult time.

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