In Custody Death Investigation

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Yesterday, 10/22/2019, a 36 year old male inmate at the Jefferson County Correctional Facility was taken to the Infirmary after he began experiencing medical issues. Last night, he began experiencing medical distress and became unresponsive. Medical personnel immediately initiated CPR. The inmate was transferred by EMS to a local hospital where he was pronounced deceased. As per State Jail Commission Standards and JCSO protocol, the Texas Rangers were notified to conduct the investigation. The inmate has been identified as 36 year old Jeremy Scott of Port Arthur, Texas. He had been arrested by PAPD for Aggravated Robbery. His family has been notified.

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10/23/2019 10:39 AM
Crystal Holmes, PIO
cholmes@co.jefferson.tx.us