Weapons — Gary, IN — reported 2026-07-13

SUMMARY

A Gary man was charged with intimidation and resisting law enforcement after allegedly threatening police officers with a BB gun.

KEY FACTS

  • Incident type: Weapons
  • Location: Gary, IN
  • Date reported: 2026-07-13
  • Suspect: Black
  • Status: arrest/charge

REPORTED DETAILS

  • John J. Watkins, 37, of Gary, was charged with intimidation and resisting law enforcement.
  • The incident occurred on July 13, 2026, in the 3700 block of Adams Street in Gary.
  • Police responded to a burglary call at around 1:05 a.m. and approached Watkins, who allegedly threatened officers with a BB gun.
  • Watkins was taken into custody after a brief struggle and was later transported to the Lake County Jail on a bond of $30,000 surety or $3,000 cash.