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died April 28, 2025 · Tippecanoe County Jail, Tippecanoe County, Indiana

Deputies found a man held at the Tippecanoe County Jail in Indiana unresponsive during a routine check on April 25, 2025. They took him to a hospital in the Lafayette area, where he died on April 28, 2025. A preliminary investigation, as reported by Star City TV, said his injuries were self-inflicted, and Indiana State Police said they suspected no foul play.

Cause of death, as reported: Died by suicide. Indiana State Police say a preliminary investigation suggests the injuries were self-inflicted and no foul play is suspected, with the coroner yet to release the official cause.

Reported by: Indiana State Police (outside investigators).

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