GRANGER — An Indiana state trooper has been moved out of intensive care after he was allegedly shot by his 11-year-old son inside their home last week.

The trooper has been identified as Matt Makowski. He suffered one gunshot wound to his lower body and underwent surgery. Sources say his condition is improving.

According to police, the shooting happened at around 11 p.m. Thursday at a home on Conover Drive in Granger. Makowski was off-duty at the time.

His son has been detained at the Juvenile Justice Center on a preliminary attempted murder charge.

Because he is a minor, authorities are being careful with what they release. However neighbors tell WNDU they’re shocked, but not surprised.

Off-camera, several parents described the fifth grader as aggressive, violent and even manipulative. They say he viciously targeted at least one child last year and has even threatened adults.

County authorities have not validated these claims but say, if true, they will investigate.

A detention hearing is scheduled for Monday afternoon.

Source: WNDU