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Indiana State Police investigating death of Westville Correctional Facility inmate

Justin Hicks
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Indiana State Police are investigating the death of an inmate at the Westville Correctional Facility. On Thursday, investigators were asked to look into the death of Matthew Chester, 53.

State Police say an autopsy has been conducted, and the results of that autopsy and toxicology tests are pending. The LaPorte County Coroner's Office is assisting in the investigation.

Michael Gallenberger is a news reporter and producer that hosts All Things Considered on 89.1 FM | Lakeshore Public Media.