A man who was convicted of the brutal killing of a 6-year-old boy, Logan Tipton, in Kentucky has been released on parole after serving approximately seven years of a 20-year sentence. Ronald Exantus, a dialysis nurse from Indiana, broke into the Tipton family home in 2015, armed himself with a kitchen knife, and tragically stabbed the young boy as he slept. The incident left a devastating impact on the family, with Logan’s father and two sisters also sustaining injuries while trying to fend off the attacker.
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Exantus was initially found not guilty by reason of insanity for Logan’s murder, but he was also convicted but mentally ill for assaulting members of the Tipton family. Despite the jury’s verdict, the heinous nature of the crime shocked the community and led to Exantus being sentenced to two decades in prison in 2018. However, recent reports reveal that he has now been released on parole, with his mandatory reentry supervision commencing in October 2025 and scheduled to end in June 2026.
According to records from the Kentucky Department of Corrections, Exantus was granted an early release due to his good behavior and participation in educational programs while incarcerated. The decision to grant him parole has stirred mixed reactions, with many expressing outrage and disbelief that a perpetrator of such a violent act could be freed after just a few years in prison. The parole conditions also stipulate that Exantus will spend six months under supervision in Florida before returning to Kentucky.
The Tipton family, who have been left to grapple with the trauma and loss caused by Exantus’ actions, have voiced their dissatisfaction with the parole decision. Logan’s father, Dean Tipton, expressed his anger and frustration, stating that he believes Exantus deserves a harsher punishment for taking his son’s life in such a brutal manner. The family’s anguish and longing for justice have been palpable, with their lives forever altered by the tragic events of that fateful night in 2015.
In the aftermath of the sentencing and subsequent parole decision, the Tipton family continues to seek closure and healing, while grappling with the profound impact of their loss. The community has rallied around them, offering support and solidarity in their quest for justice and remembrance of young Logan’s life. The case serves as a stark reminder of the devastating consequences of senseless acts of violence and the long-lasting scars they leave on survivors and loved ones.
As the details of this tragic story continue to unfold, it underscores the importance of addressing mental health issues and ensuring that those who pose a danger to society receive appropriate treatment and supervision. The Tipton family’s resilience and courage in the face of unimaginable tragedy stand as a testament to the human spirit’s capacity to endure and seek justice in the wake of unspeakable loss. The road to healing may be long and arduous, but their determination to honour Logan’s memory and pursue accountability for his untimely death remains unwavering.