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Hardin County coroner reports rising autopsies and continued overdose deaths through May
Summary
The coroner's office reported higher autopsy and overdose counts in the first five months of 2025, with 11 autopsies in five months and 14 overdose deaths through May; autopsies are performed by the Louisville medical examiner and results can take weeks.
A representative of the Hardin County coroner's office reported an increase in autopsies and overdose deaths during the county's June 24 fiscal court meeting.
The coroner's representative reported April and May caseloads: April recorded 79 cases (74 natural deaths, one accident and three suicides) while May recorded 102 cases (96 natural deaths, three accidents and two suspected…
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