Neighbors react to three injured in weekend shooting at Bristol Apartment Complex

BRISTOL, Ind. — Police are continuing to investigate a weekend triple shooting at the Golfview Apartments that left three people injured and residents shaken in what neighbors describe as a typically quiet community.

According to the Bristol Police Department, officers responded to reports of gunfire and a large gathering at 1305 W. Vistula St. shortly before 1 a.m. Saturday. First responders treated two injured individuals at the scene before emergency personnel transported them to Elkhart General Hospital. A third victim later arrived at the hospital via a private vehicle.

Neighbors who witnessed the aftermath say a crowd of dozens gathered outside the complex before shots rang out.

One resident, who asked not to be identified publicly out of concern for his privacy, said his wife was home when the shooting occurred and recorded video of police arriving at the complex.

"She said they had the guns drawn, they had the dogs out, people were screaming," the resident said, adding that his wife was shocked by the sudden violence. "She said someone called the police before it even happened."

Despite the chaos, he believes the shooting was an isolated event.

Tim Gum, who moved into the complex three months ago, said he arrived home from work around 11:20 p.m. Friday and noticed a large group forming.

"I just noticed a group of kids that looked like they were causing trouble, but I wasn't paying attention," Gum said.

Gum pointed out the exact area where the shooting took place, noting that the sheer size of the crowd forced him to pause while trying to park.

"There were so many kids out there, I had to actually stop," Gum said. "I waited, then they moved, and then I just drove around and parked. I think it was about 20 or 30 of them. I guess it was beef. I mean, three people got shot."

Multiple residents expressed belief that the majority of those involved in the gathering did not live at the apartment complex.

Bristol Police referred inquiries to an official statement on their Facebook, confirming the shooting remains an active investigation. Authorities have not publicly identified the victims or announced any arrests.