The Pulaski County Coroner’s Office is responsible for investigating deaths within the county that are sudden, unexpected, or of suspicious circumstances. It works diligently to determine the cause and manner of death while treating all cases with professionalism, respect, and compassion. Collaborating with law enforcement, medical professionals, and families, the office provides accurate information and critical insights to support justice and closure. The Coroner’s Office is committed to serving the community with integrity and care during sensitive times.
Pursuant to Indiana Code 36-2-14, the County Coroner is responsible for the investigation of deaths in the county when in cases of violence; casualty; apparent good health; apparently suspicious, unusual, or unnatural manners; and when a person has been found dead; for issuing certificates of death; for the hiring of a qualified physician or examiner for the purpose of conducting an autopsy; and for other pertinent responsibilities as detailed in I.C. 36-2-14.
