Eagle Country 99.3

Lawrenceburg, IN Sleet 45°

Search Eagle Country 99.3

Death of Ripley Co. Jail Inmate Under Investigation

Friday, June 9, 2023 at 6:12 AM

By Travis Thayer @TheTravisThayer

A 56-year-old female stopped breathing on Monday and was unable to be revived.

Shutterstock photo.

(Ripley County, Ind.) - A death investigation is underway after a Ripley County Jail inmate passed away.

On Monday, Emergency Medical Services were dispatched to the Ripley County Jail for an unconscious 56-year-old female inmate.

According to a news release from the Ripley County Sheriff's Office, the female stopped breathing and medical personnel began performing CPR. After additional medical personnel arrived on scene, the female was pronounced deceased.

Indiana State Police were contacted and they responded immediately to begin an independent investigation.

No further details have been released at this time.

More from Local News

Gallatin Co. Officials Consider Rezoning Kentucky Speedway Property for Industrial Use

County residents got a chance to weigh in on the topic this week at a public meeting.
St. Lawrence School to Host Open House

Families will have the opportunity to tour classrooms, meet faculty, and learn about the curriculum.
Disturbance Leads to Serious Injuries, Arrest

The victim was allegedly beaten with a baseball bat.
Indiana House Republicans Release 2026 Legislative Agenda

Priorities include lower costs for families, and reducing government bureaucracy.
Leising Authors Bill to Support Indiana FFA, Indiana State Department of Agriculture

The bill is heading to the Senate Committee on Appropriations for consideration.
Schmidt Bakery Taking Online Orders for Cherry Thing-A-Lings

In person purchases can be made Feb. 12-16.

Veterans Events & Community Bulletin Board

Crunch Time

Events

Al-Anon Meeting
Help for Friends and Family of a problem drinker. You know what it is doing to them, do you know what it is doing to you?
Jan 18, 2026 at Hamline Chapel United Methodist Church
MILAN VFW BINGO
Bingo every Tuesday
Jan 20, 2026 at Milan Vfw Post6234
Chakra Connection Meditation Class
Learn about the 7 major chakras with Jenny Flannery. These energy centers are believed to influence physical, emotional, and spiritual well-being.
Jan 21, 2026 at Lawrenceburg Public Library

Gallatin Co. Officials Consider Rezoning Kentucky Speedway Property for Industrial Use

County residents got a chance to weigh in on the topic this week at a public meeting.

St. Lawrence School to Host Open House

Families will have the opportunity to tour classrooms, meet faculty, and learn about the curriculum.

Disturbance Leads to Serious Injuries, Arrest

The victim was allegedly beaten with a baseball bat.

Record-Setting Performances Highlight ORVC Report for Jan. 5-10

Five earned weekly honors from the ORVC.

Milan's Voss to Play College Softball

Her college of choice resides in Alabama.

Local Sports Report - January 13, 2026

Report missing stats and scores to news@eaglecountryonline.com

On Air

Eagle Country 99.3 playing
Chris Cagle - Chicks Dig It

Sam Hunt 23 11:41

Miranda Lambert and Carrie Underwood Something Bad 11:38

Brooks & Dunn Neon Moon 11:34

Drew Baldridge Tough People 11:30