Man Found Not Guilty by Reason of Insanity in 2015 Child Murder Released From Prison
Ronald Exantus, who was found not guilty by reason of insanity for the 2015 murder of 6-year-old Logan Tipton in Woodford County, Kentucky, has been released from prison. Despite stabbing the child and attacking his family during a mental health…
St. Louis, MO, July 30, 2026 —
Ronald Exantus, who was previously found not guilty by reason of insanity in the 2015 murder of 6-year-old Logan Tipton in Woodford County, Kentucky, has been released from prison.
The release follows Exantus serving his sentence and receiving credit for program completions. The case involved a 2015 incident where Exantus, during a mental health episode, stabbed young Logan Tipton and attacked the child’s family. Despite the violent nature of the crime and the finding of not guilty by reason of insanity, Exantus’s release after fulfilling his sentence and program requirements has ignited controversy.
The situation has prompted discussions and calls for legislative changes aimed at preventing similar occurrences in the future. Details regarding the specific programs Exantus completed and the exact duration of his incarceration were not provided. The controversy surrounding his release centers on public safety concerns and the legal framework surrounding individuals found not guilty by reason of insanity.
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