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Carmel woman, 65, arrested for assault

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(Submitted photo)

(Submitted photo)

On Aug. 6, Carmel police responded to the 11600 block of Rosemeade Drive in Carmel after a call was made stating that there was a domestic dispute involving a weapon.

John Sommerkamp, 67, of Carmel said that his estranged wife Sheryl Sommerkamp, 65, fired a weapon at him inside their home.

The bullets did not strike or injure anyone, however John did sustain minor injuries from a physical struggle with Sheryl.

Sheryl was arrested for aggravated assault, battery, and criminal recklessness with a weapon. She was driven to the Hamilton Co. jail for processing, where her bond was set at $45,000.

According to witness reports, the couple had been struggling with their marriage for some time and were seeking a separation.

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