Possible shooting being investigated in Jefferson County

Dupont, IN—According to  Jefferson County Sherriff David W. Thomas, Tuesday evening Jefferson County Central Dispatch received reports of an altercation where a firearm was alleged to have been discharged on West Main Street in Dupont. The Jefferson County Sheriff’s Deputies responded to investigate the incident.

No individuals were injured during the altercation nor was there any property damaged or reported in the area. The scene was processed by the Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office and evidence was collected at two locations. The investigation is still currently active. Madison Police Department assisted with the investigation near the County/City line where an individual possibly involved in the matter was located and interrogated.

Anyone with information related to this investigation should contact Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office at 812-265-2648 and request to speak with an on-duty deputy.