In the late summer of 2021, the community of Corydon, Indiana, was shaken by the tragic death of Jessica Jurine 'Jay' Meyer, a 46-year-old woman known for her generous spirit and diverse talents. On Sunday, August 8, 2021, police were called to an apartment on Wilson Street after reports of a loud argument followed by the sound of gunshots. Inside the residence, they discovered the bodies of Jessica Meyer and 48-year-old Steven Cissell.
An autopsy later revealed that Jessica Meyer died
from a gunshot wound to the head, fired from a medium-range distance. Investigators determined that her death was the result of a domestic dispute that escalated to a fatal conclusion. Steven Cissell's death was ruled a suicide, caused by a self-inflicted gunshot wound to the head. The incident was classified as a murder-suicide, with Cissell as the perpetrator of Meyer's death before taking his own life.
Jessica Meyer, born on September 22, 1974, was remembered in her obituary as a loving mother and grandmother with a heart of gold. She was a business owner and had previously worked for Shaffer's Towing, the Town of Corydon, and JayC Food Store. Her loved ones recalled her as someone who was always willing to help others and give back to her community. She is survived by her parents, four sons, and one daughter.
