Matthew Huttle Obituary, Death: Indiana police fatally shoot man during Hobart traffic stop.
Matthew Huttle Obituary, Death – Indiana State Police are investigating a fatal officer-involved shooting that occurred during a traffic stop on Sunday afternoon in Jasper County, near the Pulaski County line.
The incident unfolded at approximately 4:15 p.m. on State Road 14 when a deputy from the Jasper County Sheriff’s Department conducted a traffic stop. During the encounter, the officer attempted to take the suspect into custody. However, authorities reported that the suspect resisted, leading to a physical altercation between the deputy and the individual.
The confrontation escalated, resulting in the deputy discharging his weapon, which fatally struck the suspect. According to Indiana State Police (ISP), the suspect was found to be in possession of a firearm at the time of the incident, though specific details about the events leading up to the shooting remain unclear.
The suspect was identified as 42-year-old Matthew Huttle, a resident of Hobart, Indiana, by the Jasper County Coroner’s Office. Huttle was pronounced dead at the scene.
In compliance with standard procedure, the officer involved in the shooting has been placed on administrative leave while the investigation is ongoing. ISP is leading the inquiry to ensure an impartial review of the incident.
Jasper County Sheriff Patrick Williamson issued a statement expressing condolences to Huttle’s family, acknowledging the profound impact of the loss. “Our condolences go out to the family of the deceased, as any loss of life is traumatic to those close to Mr. Huttle,” Sheriff Williamson said. He added that the officer’s identity will be disclosed once state investigators grant approval.
The exact reasons for the initial traffic stop and further details about the nature of the altercation have not been released as authorities continue to investigate the circumstances surrounding the shooting.
