Inmate dies after fight at Johnson County jail in Franklin, Indiana
FRANKLIN, Ind. (WISH) — An inmate died Thursday evening after an altercation at the Johnson County jail, according to the sheriff’s office.
The incident occurred at approximately 12:37 p.m. Thursday, according to a press release from the Johnson County Sheriff’s Office.
The inmate was first transported to Johnson Memorial Hospital. He was later transferred to IU Methodist Hospital.
IU Health Methodist Hospital notified the sheriff’s office at approximately 6:56 p.m. Thursday that the inmate had died, according to the release.
The sheriff’s office said investigators were gathering facts and evidence related to the incident.
The suspect involved in the case was cooperating with police. Ultimately, the Johnson County Prosecutor’s Office will determine if criminal charges will be filed.
The names of the deceased inmate and the suspect were being withheld until the prosecutor reviews the case, the sheriff’s office said.
An autopsy was scheduled for Friday afternoon.
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