Indiana: Sherrif's Deputy Dies After Inmate Choked Him Using Handcuffs Chain

An inmate reportedly used the chain of his handcuffs to strangle an Indiana sheriff's deputy, who subsequently passed away, according to court documents obtained by a local station, per CNN.

The incident occurred on Monday morning as Marion County Sheriff's Deputy John Durm was escorting the detainee back from a medical appointment.

According to the Indianapolis Metro Police Department, Durm, aged 61, was attacked during this process and subsequently transported to a hospital, where he was later pronounced dead.

The Indiana sheriff's deputy, Durm, is survived by his wife and four children, as stated by the police.

A probable cause affidavit from an IMPD detective states that the attack on Deputy Durm was captured on video.

The footage depicts Durm's return to the jail premises in a sheriff's office transport van.

After exiting the vehicle and heading towards the rear door to open it, Durm is seen unlocking an inner door with a milk crate.

Simultaneously, the inmate, identified as Orlando Mitchell, steps out alongside Durm. It is unclear at that time if Mitchell had legal representation.

The video footage reveals Mitchell positioning himself behind Deputy Durm, placing his hands around the officer's neck, and employing the chain connecting his handcuffs to strangle him, according to the affidavit.

A struggle ensues, leading to both individuals falling to the ground. Allegedly, the inmate continues to choke Deputy Durm until the deputy ceases to move.

Subsequently, the inmate releases Durm, locates the handcuff key, removes his restraints, and escapes with the jail van.

Escaped Inmate Immediately Captured

Following the theft of the jail van, the inmate tried to flee the Criminal Justice Center complex. However, their escape was short-lived as he crashed in the 3000 block of Prospect Street, according to TRISTATE.

Deputies swiftly took the inmate back into custody after the crash. During the apprehension process, at least one deputy sustained minor injuries, which were treated at the scene, as reported by IMPD.

The suspect, who suffered minor injuries, was transported to a nearby hospital and is currently in stable condition, according to IMPD.

IMPD has classified the incident as "an intentional act of homicide" and will conduct a thorough investigation accordingly.

Indiana sheriff's deputy, John Durm, dedicated nearly 40 years of service to the sheriff's department, as confirmed by Marion County Sheriff Kerry Forestal.

Durm hails from a family deeply rooted in law enforcement, with his wife and son also serving in the Marion County Sheriff's Department.

Sheriff Forestal described Deputy Durm as commendable, stating, "John is just a good guy. Thirty-eight years - you can't give that much law enforcement to your community and not mean something."

Inmate Who Killed the Indiana Sheriff's Deputy Is Serving a Murder Charge

Orlando Mitchell, the suspect involved in the tragic incident at the Marion County Jail, is facing a murder charge related to a separate incident, USA TODAY reported.

The charge pertains to the fatal shooting of a woman last year on the west side of Indianapolis, Indiana. The woman tragically died while dropping her children off at a daycare facility.

According to court records, investigators located Mitchell several hours after the shooting following a 911 call reporting that a man at a bus stop confessed to killing his girlfriend at the same address where the daycare was located.

Upon tracking Mitchell to the area mentioned in the call, law enforcement officers encountered him holding a rifle.

Despite their instructions, Mitchell did not drop the weapon, prompting two officers to discharge their firearms, striking Mitchell.

Subsequently, he was transported to a hospital, where he remains stable.

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Written by: Bert Hoover

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