Evansville, Ind. — A suspect in a high-profile murder-for-hire case involving a 2021 shooting on Kirkwood Drive in Evansville is back in custody after authorities announced his return to the United States. Samuel Huggler, initially believed to have fled the country, was booked into the Vanderburgh County Jail on Monday afternoon.
The case dates back to 2021, when multiple individuals were shot at a residence on Kirkwood Drive. One of the victims, 18-year-old Olivia Huggler, tragically died from her injuries. Samuel Huggler, her relative, is accused of being the mastermind behind the plot that led to her death.
According to investigators, Samuel Huggler hired Daniel Alvey to carry out the shooting. During interviews with law enforcement, Alvey reportedly admitted that he had been hired by Huggler to kill one of the victims at the residence. In light of these revelations, Alvey was arrested and eventually sentenced to 45 years in prison.
Huggler, initially facing charges in connection with the incident, had his case dismissed at one point. However, the charges were re-filed after Huggler’s arrest in Spain, where he had reportedly fled in an attempt to evade prosecution. His return to the United States marks a significant development in the ongoing investigation.
While Samuel Huggler’s legal proceedings are still unfolding, the case has already had a profound impact on the Evansville community. The tragic death of Olivia Huggler has left a lasting impression, and the pursuit of justice for her and the other victims continues to play a central role in the case.
Authorities have not yet commented on the specifics of how Huggler was apprehended in Spain, but his return to the United States is seen as a critical step in ensuring that all individuals involved in the plot are held accountable.
As the case progresses, both Samuel Huggler and Daniel Alvey remain at the forefront of the investigation, with the potential for further legal action as more details emerge.
