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Indiana State Police accuse NJ man of axe attacks on I-80

Indiana State Police say Ivan Savych of New Jersey is accused of attacking semi trucks with an axe on I-80 in Hammond.

Lake County Indiana DeskSeptember 15, 2026
Indiana State Police accuse NJ man of axe attacks on I-80

Key takeaways

  • Indiana State Police accuse Ivan Savych of attacking semi trucks.
  • Police say an axe was used in the alleged attacks.
  • The reported location is I-80 in Hammond, Lake County.
  • An accusation is not a finding of guilt.

What police allege

Indiana State Police accuse Ivan Savych of New Jersey of attacking semi trucks with an axe on Interstate 80 in Hammond, in Lake County. The allegation concerns vehicles traveling on the interstate.

The accusation identifies Savych as the person at the center of the investigation. The information publicly described by Indiana State Police does not establish a conviction or determine the outcome of any criminal case.

Location

The reported incidents took place on I-80 in Hammond. Hammond is in Lake County, in northwest Indiana.

Case status

Savych is accused of the attacks; an accusation is not a finding of guilt. Any criminal case will proceed through the court process, where the allegations can be addressed under Indiana law.

ABC7 Chicago reported on the allegations.

What to watch

  • Whether prosecutors file formal charges.
  • Any initial court appearance or hearing.
  • Updates from Indiana State Police or the court.

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