La Porte County Criminal Investigations Division Conducts Death Investigation

A death investigation is currently being conducted by the Criminal Investigations Division of the La Porte County Sheriff’s Department.

La Porte County Police report that Midnight Shift Patrol Deputies were summoned to a residence in the 2800 west block of CR 450 North on Friday, June 7th, in regards to a disturbance.

The following day, on Saturday, June 8th, Detectives were notified that one of the involved subjects, a 15-year-old male, had died at another location.

Authorities say the public should be aware that there is no immediate risk or danger to anyone else.

According to the official press release, the Sheriff’s Office Personnel are aware that this statement and investigation will create public interest but people are being asked not to speculate on the circumstances.

Rather, officials urge the public to be respectful of the decedent’s family and allow them privacy as they grieve the loss of a loved family member.

Because the investigation is open and active, no further information will be released at this time.