Gary Man Charged with Attempted Murder of Inmate at Lake County Jail

Gary man charged with attempted murder of inmate at Lake County Jail

The victim was taken to a hospital, where according to charging documents he said he thought he was attacked because he "smoked," or killed, the suspect's brother.

Man charged in jail stabbing

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Inmate Charged With Attempted Murder After Lake County Jail Stabbing

Crown Point- A 30-year-old Gary man identified as Davonta Rufus Davis Horde has been charged with Attempted Murder following a stabbing inside the Lake County Jail. The affidavit states the incident occurred around 6:00 p.m. on October 21, 2025, inside Section 3B of the jail. Correctional officers responded after hearing loud banging and found an inmate covered in blood and holding a cloth to his neck. The inmate had been stabbed on the left sid…