An inmate at the Citrus County Jail was found unresponsive on Monday night and later died at a hospital, according to the Citrus County Sheriff’s Office. The inmate, whose name has not been released, was discovered unresponsive in their cell around 10:30 p.m. at the jail located at 1 SE 7th Avenue, Inverness.
The Sheriff’s Office is investigating the death, which is being handled as a critical incident. The inmate was taken to the hospital, where they were pronounced dead. The cause of death has not been released, and the investigation is ongoing. The Citrus County Sheriff’s Office is working to determine the circumstances surrounding the inmate’s death.
The incident is under investigation, and officials have not released any further information. The Sheriff’s Office is urging anyone with information to come forward. This incident is a tragic reminder of the risks and challenges faced by law enforcement and corrections officers.
Citrus County has seen a rise in concerns over jail conditions and inmate safety in recent years. In 2020, the county commission approved a $13 million renovation project for the jail, which included upgrades to security and living conditions for inmates.
Originally reported by Citrus County Chronicle – Inverness
Sources: Citrus County Chronicle – Inverness
