PUBLIC SAFETY

Zionsville man dies in Brown County State Park

Justin L. Mack
justin.mack@Indystar.com

Indiana conservation officers are investigating the accidental death of a Zionsville man in Brown County State Park.

Officials said Benjamin Graefnitz, 21, was camping at the park with his parents over the weekend when the family noticed irregularities with his breathing overnight Saturday.

Family members called 911 and Graefnitz was pronounced dead at the scene by first responders, police said.

State conservation officers and the Brown County Coroner’s office are investigating the death as a possible accidental overdose of prescription medication.

Call Star reporter Justin L. Mack at (317) 444-6138. Follow him on Twitter: @justinlmack.