Kohroner Chronicles

Send us Fan Mail Forensic pathology often draws fascination from the grim and sensational,  murder cases, mysterious deaths, and “grizzly” details that satisfy public curiosity. But as Dr. Roland Kohr explains in this episode of Kohroner Chronicles, the deeper purpose of forensics goes far beyond solving crimes. Sometimes, it’s about helping the living find peace.

Send us Fan Mail Medicine loves rules, but the human body doesn’t always play along. In this episode of Kohroner Chronicles, Dr. Roland Kohr explores two unusual cases that remind us why anatomy, and forensic science, often defy the textbook.

Send us Fan Mail Early in my career as a coroner, I worked a hit-and-run involving a man I’ll call Harry. He was well known to nearly every law enforcement officer in Vigo County. Harry had battled alcoholism for years, been arrested countless times, and had lost his driver’s license long ago. He got around on a bicycle, until one night when he was struck and killed by a car whose driver fled the...

Send us Fan Mail When you spend your career as a coroner or forensic pathologist, your day-to-day stories don’t often fit neatly between mashed potatoes and green beans. But in my house, they did. When my children were little, we made a point to eat dinner as a family every night, even if my “interesting cases” occasionally became the topic of conversation. Don’t worry, I watered the stories down...

Send us Fan Mail Dr. Roland Kohr is diving straight into one of Indiana’s most haunting and widely discussed murder cases, the Delphi murders. In this new episode, Dr. Kohr unpacks not only the science and sequence of a forensic investigation but also the human side of what happens when tragedy meets meticulous procedure. People always want to know, who decides who does the autopsy? When does the...

Send us Fan Mail Dr. Kohr doesn’t mince words when addressing his frustration with how the Delphi case has been portrayed in the media. Having contributed expert insights to producers, he was dismayed to discover much of his commentary never aired.  “I spent an entire day under lights giving detailed, fact-based information on the case. But what the producers told me they were doing, and what they...

Send us Fan Mail For most, a crime scene conjures images of detectives and evidence tape. For Dr. Roland Kohr, former Vigo County Coroner and longtime forensic pathologist, it meant stepping into environments as hazardous as they were tragic. “Of course you worry about what you’re exposing yourself to, the filth, potential bacterial growth, what you might bring home with you,” he says. His routine...

Send us Fan Mail In August 2025, Hulu released its highly anticipated three-part documentary Down the Hill: The Delphi Murders . Forensic pathologist Dr. Roland Kohr, who performed the autopsies on the two teenage victims in 2017, was among those interviewed. State police had specifically requested Dr. Kohr’s expertise, despite Delphi being 100 miles from his Terre Haute base, an honor he has cons...

Send us Fan Mail As a forensic pathologist, I’ve spent most of my career unraveling the cold truths the dead leave behind—examining evidence that often speaks more clearly than the living ever could. Most of the cases I cover on Kohroner Chronicles are ones I’ve performed the autopsy for or at least reviewed directly for a local jurisdiction. But now and then, I get a case that’s entirely outside...

Send us Fan Mail Dr. Roland Kohr, forensic pathologist and host of The Kohroner Chronicles podcast, is no stranger to the murky waters of death investigations. But in episode 19, he pulled back the curtain on a disturbing case where a combination of questionable police conduct and a deeply flawed investigation allowed a woman who likely murdered her husband to walk free.

Send us Fan Mail “This Is Not How It’s Done”: Dr. Kohr on Missteps, Misinformation, and a Crime Scene Gone Wrong By the time Dr. Roland Kohr, forensic pathologist and former Vigo County coroner, found himself in conflict with the Terre Haute Police Department, he had already been involved with more homicides than most local detectives had even seen. “I found out I was the bad guy,” he recalls. “I...

Send us Fan Mail Q&A with Dr. Roland Kohr, Host of Kohroner Chronicles Q: Dr. Kohr, how did you choose forensics as your career path?  A: I often say forensics chose me. I decided to become a doctor as early as ninth grade, inspired by a classmate who said he wanted to go into medicine. I liked science and math, and medicine seemed like a stable and respected career. My original interests lean...

Send us Fan Mail Dr. Roland Kohr, longtime forensic pathologist and host of the Kohroner Chronicles podcast, is no stranger to serious and sometimes chilling stories. But in a recent episode, he recounted a case that brought unexpected humor, involving hearts, pranks, and an unforgettable Thanksgiving Day. A Midwest Prank Takes a Bizarre Turn As Dr. Kohr explained, mischievous pranks have long bee...

Send us Fan Mail In a recent episode of his true-crime podcast Kohroner Chronicles , veteran forensic pathologist Dr. Roland Kohr took listeners inside a puzzling case from rural  Illinois— a case that underscores the critical role of thorough investigation and a healthy dose of skepticism when dealing with suspicious deaths. Working Across Indiana and Illinois Throughout his career, Dr. Kohr serv...

Send us Fan Mail "Sometimes fiction is stranger than truth. And sometimes, truth is stranger than fiction—and occasionally, one overtakes the other." Welcome back to another gripping episode of the Kohroner Chronicles, where we peel back the layers of darkness hiding in autopsy rooms and crime scenes. I’m Dr. Roland Kohr, forensic pathologist, and today we’re revisiting a case that eeril...

Send us Fan Mail Kohroner Chronicles: A Fatal Dose of Neglect Not every case that comes across the autopsy table is a sensational act of violence or a calculated crime. Sometimes, it’s not neglect in the traditional sense. Sometimes, it’s ignorance, and the price is tragically high. In this episode, we look at the death of a 14-year-old girl whose life ended not with malice, but with a misjudgment...

Send us Fan Mail Surfing Deaths in the Midwest? Dr. Roland Kohr Explores Two Unusual Vigo County Cases on the Latest Episode of Kohroner Chronicles In the latest episode of Kohroner Chronicles , forensic pathologist Dr. Roland Kohr unpacks two baffling deaths in Vigo County that both fall under an unexpected category: "surfing" accidents, except these didn’t involve ocean waves. With dec...

Send us Fan Mail What first appeared to be a grisly homicide turned out to be a tragic accident, unraveled not by detectives, but by the keen eye of forensic pathologist Dr. Roland Kohr, host of the compelling true-crime podcast Kohroner Chronicles . In his latest episode, Dr. Kohr walks listeners through a haunting case from his decades-long career in forensic medicine. The victim: an elderly wom...

Send us Fan Mail The Science Behind Forensic Entomology: A Deep Dive with Dr. Roland Kohr Welcome to another gripping episode of Kohroner Chronicles , where we unravel the mysteries of forensic science with Dr. Roland Kohr. In this episode, we explore the fascinating world of forensic entomology—the study of insects in criminal investigations. How do tiny creatures help solve some of the most perp...

Send us Fan Mail Dr. Roland Kohr, forensic pathologist and host of the popular podcast Kohroner Chronicles , recently delved into the perplexing circumstances surrounding the death of Hollywood legend Gene Hackman. The case, which captured national attention, unraveled as a tragic tale of isolation, illness, and the relentless march of time. Hackman, a revered actor known for his roles in The Fren...

Send us Fan Mail Uncovering Secrets: A Tale of Homicide, Dogs, and the Unexpected Episode Spotlight from Kohroner Chronicles with Dr. Roland Kohr Welcome to Kohroner Chronicles , the podcast where Dr. Roland Kohr, forensic pathologist, delves into the intriguing and often perplexing world of forensic science. In today’s episode, Dr. Kohr recounts a case from his time in Terre Haute that took an un...

Send us Fan Mail Behind the Curtain: Preparing for the Courtroom with Dr. Roland Kohr Welcome to another episode of Kohroner Chronicles with Dr. Roland Kohr, a forensic pathologist. In today’s story, Dr. Kohr delves into the complexities of preparing a homicide case for trial—emphasizing how thorough preparation and an understanding of basic medical principles are crucial not only to solving a cri...

Send us Fan Mail The Tragedy on the Tracks: Unraveling the Case of an Unfortunate Accident Dr. Roland Kohr, a seasoned forensic pathologist, brings decades of experience to his gripping podcast Kohroner Chronicles , where he shares the complexities of life, death, and everything in between. In this episode, Dr. Kohr revisits a case from Vigo County, Indiana, a haunting incident involving a tragic...

Send us Fan Mail Welcome to another gripping episode of Kohroner Chronicles with Dr. Roland Kohr, where the line between science and mystery often blurs. In this episode, we delve into a fascinating case that demonstrates how initial appearances can be deceiving and how the meticulous application of forensic science can reveal the unexpected. Dr. Kohr opens by emphasizing a fact often overlooked i...

Send us Fan Mail A Legacy of Justice: Dr. Roland Kohr's Unorthodox Career Dr. Roland Kohr, a distinguished coroner with decades of experience spanning 13 counties in Indiana and Illinois, has seen more than his share of unusual cases. Though typically called to testify for the prosecution, his expertise has been sought in both civil and criminal cases, including cold cases requiring fresh per...