Teen pleads guilty in Hobart homicide

Jordan Meekins admits to voluntary manslaughter in 2026 shooting death of Tristan Tomak-Trevino.

Apr. 1, 2026 at 11:04pm

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A 19-year-old Hobart resident named Jordan Meekins has pleaded guilty to voluntary manslaughter in the July 8 shooting death of Tristan Tomak-Trevino, according to a plea agreement filed on Monday.

Why it matters

This case is part of a broader spike in gun violence and homicides that Hobart, a small city in northwest Indiana, has experienced in recent years, raising concerns about public safety and the need for community-based solutions.

The details

Under the plea agreement, Meekins admitted to the voluntary manslaughter charge, which carries a sentence of 10 to 30 years in prison. Two other defendants are still facing charges in the same incident.

  • The shooting occurred on July 8, 2026.
  • Meekins pleaded guilty on April 1, 2026.

The players

Jordan Meekins

A 19-year-old Hobart resident who pleaded guilty to voluntary manslaughter in the 2026 shooting death of Tristan Tomak-Trevino.

Tristan Tomak-Trevino

The victim who was fatally shot in Hobart in July 2026.

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What’s next

Two other defendants are still facing charges in the same incident and their cases are ongoing.

The takeaway

This guilty plea is a step towards accountability, but the broader challenge of gun violence and homicides in Hobart remains, requiring a comprehensive community-based approach to improve public safety.