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ISP, coroner investigating after man found dead on near I-65 near Franklin

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Posted at 8:46 AM, Jan 19, 2023
and last updated 2023-01-20 18:23:02-05

JOHNSON COUNTY — An investigation is underway after a man was found dead on I-65 near Franklin.

At least two lanes of southbound I-65 were restricted for an extended period of time around 9 a.m. Thursday.

The Johnson County Coroner identified the man as Derrick Janney, 23, of Indianapolis. The coroner says he had injuries consistent with gunshot wounds and ruled the death a suicide.

The incident remains under investigation.

WRTV Investigates Kara Kenney contributed to this report.