DOC: Chester County murderer found dead at SCI Houtzdale

CLEARFIELD COUNTY, Pa (WJAC) — Officials with the Pennsylvania Department of Corrections say a death investigation is underway after a convicted Chester County murderer was reportedly found in his cell at SCI Houtzdale.

Authorities say the inmate, identified as 36-year-old Merritt Dudas, was reportedly found unresponsive Monday afternoon.

DOC officials say that despite live-saving measures from prison staff, Dudas was pronounced dead around 3:20 p.m…

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