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USA Today: Skull found on Indiana riverbank may be over 4,000 years old, coroner says

October 15, 2025 in Recent Media Coverage

A human skull discovered along the Whitewater River in Fayette County, Indiana, has been dated to around 2300 B.C.—making it more than 4,000 years old.

A human skull discovered along the Whitewater River in Fayette County, Indiana, has been dated to around 2300 B.C.—making it more than 4,000 years old. The Fayette County Coroner’s Office turned to University of Indianapolis Professor of Biology & Anthropology Dr. Krista Latham to help analyze the remains, confirming the skull belonged to an adult. The USA Today story highlights how UIndy’s nationally recognized expertise in forensic anthropology and Human Identification Center contributes to understanding ancient human history while ensuring sensitive, respectful handling of cultural discoveries.