Andre Obua Faces Vigo County Trial for Shooting
The 30-year-old suspect is charged with attempted murder in the 2025 shooting of a Terre Haute doctor.
Updated on Oct. 15, 2026 in Violence
Andre Obua, 30, appeared in Vigo County court for a review hearing following his 2025 arrest for allegedly shooting a local doctor. Prosecutors have charged him with attempted murder, burglary, and other offenses related to the incident.
Why it matters
The case is moving toward a jury trial as the legal system processes charges stemming from a home-invasion shooting in Terre Haute. The victim, Doctor Manish Gera, remains central to the upcoming criminal proceedings.
Andre Obua faces charges of attempted murder, burglary with a deadly weapon, and strangulation. A jury trial is currently slated for January 4, 2027, in the Vigo County court system.
The players
Andre Obua
He is the 30-year-old suspect facing multiple felony charges, including attempted murder and burglary.
Manish Gera
He is the Terre Haute doctor who was allegedly shot in the arm at his home during a 2025 confrontation.
The details
Obua allegedly followed Doctor Manish Gera to his home before shooting him in the arm. The victim fought off the attacker until law enforcement arrived, reportedly hearing the suspect mention the word 'scam' during the altercation.
Timeline
January 2025: Andre Obua was taken into custody.
October 15, 2026: The suspect appeared in court for a review hearing.
January 4, 2027: The jury trial is scheduled to begin.
Legal Context
This case follows the procedural patterns mandated by the Indiana state sentencing guidelines for attempted murder. The trial schedule reflects the typical progression of serious felony prosecutions in the state's judicial system.
The upcoming trial provides closure to a case involving a targeted attack in a local home. Residents may follow the court proceedings as they address the charges and events surrounding the 2025 incident.
The takeaway
Violent crime cases involving home invasions remind residents to prioritize personal security and report suspicious activity. This trial will be a significant test for local prosecutors seeking to address the violent offenses filed against the suspect.
What happens next
The jury trial for Andre Obua is scheduled to commence on January 4, 2027.
Further reading
For more on public safety issues in the area, visit the Terre Haute Violence section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by WTWO NewsChannel 2 Terre Haute.
