INDIANAPOLIS — Ryan Ray Roesler, 46, of Indianapolis, formerly of Vincennes, passed away, Sunday, Feb. 18, 2024, at St. Vincent Hospital in Indianapolis, surrounded by family and friends.
The victim is identified as Phillip Eckert, 53, of Parrott, Ga.
The fire was reported to local authorities around 10:30 p.m. on Monday.
âThis 14-year-old, 196-square-foot camper was engulfed in flames when the fire department arrived at the scene,â said King. âMr. Eckertâs body was taken to the GBI Crime Lab for an autopsy. Especially as we head into the holiday season, my team offers our condolences to Mr. Eckertâs loved ones.â
The Webster County Coronerâs Office, the Webster County Fire Department, and the Webster County Sheriffâs Office are working with Commissioner Kingâs State Fire Investigations Unit on this case. At this time, authorities do not believe this act was criminal in nature.