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The Tippecanoe County Coroner’s Office remains committed to transparency, public safety, and serving our community with ...
04/16/2026

The Tippecanoe County Coroner’s Office remains committed to transparency, public safety, and serving our community with professionalism and compassion. Below is a brief summary of activity for the first three months of 2026:

Key Highlights:

217 deaths reported to our office

111 cases investigated to determine cause and manner of death

53 autopsies performed to support accurate findings

The majority of cases occurred after normal business hours, requiring a 24/7 response

Overall, reported deaths have decreased compared to the same time last year

Our office continues to work closely with local law enforcement and public health partners to ensure thorough investigations and to identify trends that may impact community safety.

We appreciate the trust placed in our office and remain dedicated to serving Tippecanoe County with integrity, compassion, and excellence.

*Links to each full report are in the caption of each attached image

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE April 14, 2026Update: Identification and Preliminary Findings in April 12 Officer-Involved Shootin...
04/14/2026

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
April 14, 2026

Update: Identification and Preliminary Findings in April 12 Officer-Involved Shooting

The Tippecanoe County Coroner’s Office has positively identified the deceased male involved in the officer-involved shooting that occurred on Sunday, April 12, 2026, in Lafayette, Indiana. The decedent has been identified as James Robert Allison, 66 years of age, of Lafayette, Indiana.

On Tuesday, April 14, 2026, a forensic autopsy was conducted at the Tippecanoe County Coroner’s Office. Preliminary findings are as follows:

James Robert Allison
• Preliminary Cause of Death: Multiple Gunshot Wounds
• Toxicology: Pending (results may take approximately 6–8 weeks)
• Preliminary Manner of Death: Homicide

The ruling of Homicide merely means the death met the threshold of “death at the hands of another” and does not refer to any possible criminal liability. This investigation remains ongoing by the Tippecanoe County Coroner’s Office.

The Tippecanoe County Coroner’s Office extends its condolences to the family of Mr. Allison and respectfully requests that their privacy be honored during this difficult time.

https://www.tippecanoe.in.gov/DocumentCenter/View/53011/James-Robert-Allison_Prelim-COD_MOD_4142026

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE April 12, 2026Death Investigation – Lafayette, IndianaOn Sunday, April 12, 2026, at approximately ...
04/13/2026

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
April 12, 2026

Death Investigation – Lafayette, Indiana

On Sunday, April 12, 2026, at approximately 12:33 a.m., the Tippecanoe County Coroner’s Office responded to the 2200 block of Stillwell Street, Lafayette, Indiana, regarding a report of a deceased male.

The decedent is a male in his 60s. The Tippecanoe County Coroner’s Office is working on legal positive identification and locating presumptive next of kin.

A forensic autopsy is scheduled for Tuesday, April 14, 2026, and will be conducted at the Tippecanoe County Coroner’s Office.

This investigation remains ongoing in coordination with the Indiana State Police, Lafayette Police Department, and the Tippecanoe County Coroner’s Office.

No additional information is available for release at this time.

The Tippecanoe County Coroner’s Office extends its deepest sympathies and condolences to the family and respectfully asks that their privacy be respected during this difficult time.

https://www.tippecanoe.in.gov/DocumentCenter/View/52789/John-Doe-Media-Release-4122026

On Friday, April 3, 2026, at approximately 2:00 a.m., the Tippecanoe County Coroner’s office was notified of a single mo...
04/07/2026

On Friday, April 3, 2026, at approximately 2:00 a.m., the Tippecanoe County Coroner’s office was notified of a single motor vehicle crash in the area of North River Road and 500 North, West Lafayette, Indiana. The individual has been positively identified as Mason Maggiacomo, a 21-year-old male from New Jersey.

A forensic autopsy was performed at the Tippecanoe County Coroner’s Office on April 6, 2026, and the preliminary
findings are:

Preliminary Cause of Death: Multiple Blunt Force Injuries due to Motor Vehicle Crash
Toxicology: Pending (Results can take up to 6-8 weeks)
Preliminary Manner of Death: Accident

This is an ongoing investigation with the Tippecanoe County Sheriff’s Office and the Tippecanoe County Coroner’s
Office. Our deepest sympathies and condolences go out to the family, and we hope they are respected during such a
difficult time.

UPDATE: Next of kin has been located.The Tippecanoe County Coroner’s Office is asking for the public’s help in locating ...
03/16/2026

UPDATE: Next of kin has been located.

The Tippecanoe County Coroner’s Office is asking for the public’s help in locating the next of kin for Mark Kiser, who passed away on March 15, 2026, at St. Mary Health Care facility in Lafayette, Indiana.

Mr. Kiser was 67 years old (DOB: 12/5/1958). He was approximately 6 feet 1 inch tall and weighed 165 pounds. He lived in Lafayette, Indiana.

If you are related to Mr. Kiser or have any information that may help locate his next of kin, please contact the Tippecanoe County Coroner’s Office at:
• Phone: 765-420-7607
• Email: coroner@tippecanoe.in.gov

The Coroner’s Office appreciates any assistance the public can provide.

https://www.tippecanoe.in.gov/DocumentCenter/View/52363/Mark-Kiser_-NOK_Media_Release_3162026

Please see the attached media release regarding the preliminary autopsy results for the individual that was found deceas...
03/13/2026

Please see the attached media release regarding the preliminary autopsy results for the individual that was found deceased inside a building located at 525 Northwestern Ave. in West Lafayette, IN.

Preliminary cause of death is asphyxia with toxicology pending and the preliminary manner of death is pending.

No evidence of foul play or significant trauma found at the forensic autopsy.

Our sincerest condolences go out to the decedent's family and friends and we hope they are respected during this difficult time.

https://www.tippecanoe.in.gov/DocumentCenter/View/52358/John_Doe_Prelim_COD_MOD_03132026

Please see the below media release regarding a death that occurred on 3/11/2026 inside a building at 525 Northwestern Av...
03/12/2026

Please see the below media release regarding a death that occurred on 3/11/2026 inside a building at 525 Northwestern Ave. in West Lafayette, IN.

We are currently working to obtain legal positive identification and notifying the presumptive individual's next of kin. A forensic autopsy is scheduled for 3/13/2026.

Our sincerest condolences go out to family and friends of the decedent and we hope they are respected during this difficult time.

https://www.tippecanoe.in.gov/DocumentCenter/View/52345/John_Doe_03122026

Please see the below media release regarding an unidentified male that was found deceased outside in the 1700 block of S...
03/09/2026

Please see the below media release regarding an unidentified male that was found deceased outside in the 1700 block of Shenandoah Dr, Lafayette, IN.

We are currently working on obtaining legal positive identification and an autopsy is scheduled for Tuesday, Marth 10, 2026.

Our deepest sympathies go out to family and friends of the decedent and we hope they are respected during this difficult time.

https://www.tippecanoe.in.gov/DocumentCenter/View/52325/John_Doe_03092026

The Tippecanoe County Coroner’s Office (TCCOR) provides the following overview of case activity and highlights on trends...
02/26/2026

The Tippecanoe County Coroner’s Office (TCCOR) provides the following overview of case activity and highlights on trends observed during Calendar Year (CY) 2025. This data reflects changes and patterns in the community and the continued demand placed on the Coroner’s Office. These findings demonstrate investigation patterns as well as the sustained high caseload managed by the office.

Overall Case Volume:
CY 2025 was the fifth busiest year in the Coroner’s Office’s recorded history.

Natural Deaths:
The average number of natural deaths investigated per month was 19.

Drug Overdose Deaths:
Drug overdose deaths decreased from 20 in CY 2024 to 12 in CY 2025, representing a 40% reduction.
In these cases, drugs were identified as the sole cause of death, with no additional contributing factors.

Organ and Tissue Donation:
TCCOR authorized 21 eligible decedents to the Indiana Donor Network for organ and tissue donation.
Please do not hesitate to contact us if you need any further information or have any questions.

Click the link below to see the full 2025 report!

https://www.tippecanoe.in.gov/DocumentCenter/View/52240/2025-Annual-Report

Please see the below media release regarding the final autopsy and toxicology results for Lennis Mitchell who died on Se...
02/11/2026

Please see the below media release regarding the final autopsy and toxicology results for Lennis Mitchell who died on September 28, 2025

Final cause of death was ruled as Complications of Cardiac Arrest
Final manner of death was ruled as Undetermined.

Our sincerest condolences go out to family and friends of Mr. Mitchell and we hope they are respected during this difficult time.

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