Death Investigation in Benton County, IN

An Ambia, IN man is under arrest for concealing a death.  60-year-old Edward Bagwell is charged with Abuse of a Corpse.  Lafayette State Police were asked to check on the case after the Benton County Sheriff's Department requested the state investigate.  It was Sunday when a welfare check at a residence in Ambia led to the discovery of a deceased person at the location.  Police report an investigation revealed Bagwell allegedly attempted to improperly dispose of the body, but the e3xact circumstances surrounding the death are still under investigation.  

The name of the victim located at the residence is being withheld.  

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