In-Custody Death Investigation

Date:

Reporting Deputy: Correctional Captain David Holm

File # SC221370002

Details:

On Tuesday, May 17, 2022, at 8:37 A.M., deputies assigned to the Riverside County Sheriff’s Department Cois Byrd Detention Center were called to the cell of an unresponsive male inmate. Custody staff and jail medical staff immediately administered life-saving measures. Cal-Fire personnel also responded to assist. Despite these efforts, the inmate was pronounced deceased at 8:58 A.M.

Riverside Sheriff’s Department investigators responded and assumed the investigation. The cause of death will be determined by the Coroner’s Bureau. The identification of the deceased will not be released at this time pending notification to the family. There are no signs of foul play and due to the ongoing status of the investigation, no further information is available at this time. Anyone with information regarding this incident is encouraged to call Investigator Hollingsworth (951) 795-9216 or Investigator Williams at (951) 696-3452.

For media inquiries regarding this incident please contact the Media Information Bureau.

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