Kokomo, IN – Authorities in Howard County are investigating the death of a 29-year-old inmate who was found unresponsive inside the Howard County Jail on Friday evening, October 31, 2025.
According to Sergeant Stephen Kline of the Howard County Sheriff’s Office, correctional officers were alerted around 5:12 p.m. that an inmate was unconscious inside a housing unit. Jail staff and medical personnel immediately began lifesaving measures until paramedics from Ascension St. Vincent Kokomo Hospital and firefighters from the Kokomo Fire Department arrived to assist.
Despite continued efforts, the inmate—identified as Phillip Deangelo White of Kokomo—was pronounced deceased at 5:48 p.m., according to authorities.
The investigation has been turned over to Detective Josh Maller of the Indiana State Police and the Howard County Coroner’s Office, with assistance from local detectives and deputies. An autopsy is scheduled for Monday, November 3, 2025. Officials say no foul play is suspected at this time.
Mr. White’s family was notified before the public release of the information. The Howard County Sheriff’s Office stated that updates will be provided by the Indiana State Police as the case progresses.
Anyone with information is urged to contact Detective Maller at (765) 473-6666 or the Howard County Coroner’s Office at (765) 456-1186.
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