A 37-year-old Rochester man was fatally shot during a police response to a domestic disturbance involving a firearm.

Indiana State Police are investigating the incident, which occurred at approximately 10:50 a.m. on Saturday, Nov. 23, at a residence on Monroe Street. Officers from the Rochester Police Department and the Fulton County Sheriff’s Office were dispatched after receiving a report of an armed domestic dispute.

When law enforcement arrived, the suspect, identified as Steven T. Harding, was found inside the home, allegedly pointing a firearm at officers. In response, a Rochester officer and a sheriff’s deputy fired their weapons, striking Harding.

Despite attempts to administer life-saving measures, Harding was pronounced dead at the scene. His family has been notified.

No officers were injured in the incident. Both the officer and deputy involved have been placed on administrative leave, which is standard procedure during investigations of officer-involved shootings, according to department protocols.