ASHLAND, Ky. (March 6, 2023) – Kentucky State Police, Post 14 was contacted by Ashland Police Department to investigate an in-custody death that occurred on March 2, 2023, while they were serving a warrant. An autopsy conducted by the State Medical Examiner revealed Clarence Wilkerson’s cause of death was not due to a traumatic event but possibly related to preexisting medical ailments.

Toxicology reports are pending.

The investigation is active and ongoing. Additional details will be released when appropriate.

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