Special prosecutor reviewing death of Lake County councilman's wife

A special prosecutor has been appointed to review the death of Nicole Mabon-Brewer, the wife of a Lake County councilman. Mabon-Brewer was found dead in September 2025, and the coroner previously ruled the cause of death as undetermined due to insufficient evidence. Indiana State Police confirmed the case has been transferred for further investigation, though details regarding the identity of the special prosecutor remain undisclosed.