Kentucky, October 30, 2025
Ronald Exantus, convicted in the 2015 stabbing death of 6-year-old Logan Tipton, has been extradited back to Kentucky after violating his parole conditions in Florida. Exantus was arrested for failing to register as a convicted felon shortly after moving. His early release sparked public backlash and legislative responses concerning Mandatory Reentry Supervision laws. Exantus will face a parole violation hearing in Kentucky.
Ronald Exantus Returns to Kentucky After Parole Violation in Florida
Louisville, Kentucky – Ronald Exantus, a convicted felon in the 2015 stabbing death of 6-year-old Logan Tipton, has been extradited back to Kentucky after violating his parole conditions in Florida. Exantus was arrested in Marion County, Florida, for failing to register as a convicted felon within 48 hours of moving from Kentucky. Following the arrest, the Florida Attorney General announced that Exantus would be returned to Kentucky to address his parole violation.
Background of the Case
In December 2015, Exantus, a dialysis nurse from Indianapolis, entered an unlocked home in Versailles, Kentucky, and fatally stabbed 6-year-old Logan Tipton. During this incident, he also injured Tipton’s father and another child. Although Exantus was found not guilty of murder and burglary by reason of insanity, he was convicted of assault charges and sentenced to 20 years in prison. The Kentucky Supreme Court upheld his conviction in 2020.
Parole and Release
In September 2025, the Kentucky Parole Board unanimously recommended against Exantus’s release. However, due to a provision in Kentucky law, he was released on Mandatory Reentry Supervision, a provision allowing certain inmates to serve the remainder of their sentences under supervision. Exantus opted to serve his supervision in Florida.
Reactions and Legislative Response
The early release of Exantus provoked considerable public backlash and threats directed at members of the Kentucky Parole Board. The Federal Bureau of Investigation subsequently opened an inquiry into these threats. Additionally, over 25 Kentucky lawmakers expressed their concerns regarding the application of Mandatory Reentry Supervision in Exantus’s case, urging the Parole Board to take stronger action against him.
Current Status
Exantus is currently being transported back to Kentucky to face a parole violation hearing. The Kentucky Department of Corrections confirmed that he will remain under supervision until his sentence expires in June 2026.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What was Ronald Exantus convicted of?
Ronald Exantus was convicted of assault charges related to the 2015 stabbing of 6-year-old Logan Tipton in Versailles, Kentucky. He was sentenced to 20 years in prison.
Why was Exantus released from prison early?
Exantus was released early due to a provision in Kentucky law that allows certain inmates to serve the remainder of their sentences under Mandatory Reentry Supervision. Despite the Parole Board’s recommendation to keep him incarcerated, this law facilitated his release.
What led to Exantus’s arrest in Florida?
Exantus was arrested in Marion County, Florida, for failing to register as a convicted felon within 48 hours of relocation, violating the conditions of his parole.
What is the current status of Exantus?
Exantus is being extradited back to Kentucky, where he will face a parole violation hearing. He is expected to remain under supervision until the expiration of his sentence in June 2026.
Key Features of the Case
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Conviction | Assault charges related to the 2015 stabbing of 6-year-old Logan Tipton in Versailles, Kentucky. Sentenced to 20 years in prison. |
| Release | Released early under Kentucky’s Mandatory Reentry Supervision law, despite Parole Board’s recommendation to remain incarcerated. |
| Parole Violation | Arrested in Florida for failing to register as a convicted felon within 48 hours of relocation. |
| Current Status | Extradited back to Kentucky to face parole violation hearing; expected to remain under supervision until June 2026. |
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