At 2:56 a.m., the deputy found him hanging by his neck, secured to the upper bunk. Strangulation. CT scan revealed no intracranial trauma, however. But Gomez "was confined alone in Cell 22. Battery, criminal threats and child abuse. Brian Nguyen on December 17, 2020. Drug issues: None listedRestraints: Yes. He had actually asked to be alone to get out of the general population. His mother, Yasmin, and sister, Reanna, described Reyes as very funny and loving. Asphyxia by hangingInvestigative agency: Alameda County Sheriff/Rebecca LorenzanaIsolation: Classified as "mental health inmate" and housed in a behavioral health unit. He was arrested in Peoples Park after authorities said he grabbed a students buttock, then later forced his way inside another womans apartment building and held her captive with sexual intent. Hyponatremia (A low level of sodium in the blood, a result of too much fluid, or drinking too much water.) Name: Raymond Christopher Reyes Jr.Age: 22Arrested: 11/9/2019 arrested in San Mateo County, but transferred to Santa Rita on 2/8/ 2019, his wife said. How do people keep dying in that jail? Name: Mark "Marco" Anthony Laventure. In an interview with KTVU, his mother, Traci Gonzales, said he was bipolar and was severely emotionally disturbed from his brother getting killed by car. Investigative agency: Alameda County Sheriff/Shawn SobreroIsolation: No. Suffered cardiac arrest on sheriffs bus, taken to hospital. Bilateral pulmonary emboli. "Detective Paxton was uncertain of how the injury occurred and said Dickey was the only occupant of the cell." A preliminary investigation revealed no signs of obvious trauma or foul play, according to the county. His family said he was in isolation for 19 days.Occupation: He had attended Chabot CollegeRace: LatinoCause of death: SuicideInvestigative agency: Alameda County sheriff's investigator Shawn SobreroIsolation: Yes, but not for very long, his family said. ALAMEDA COUNTY, Calif. (KRON) The in-custody death of an inmate at Santa Rita Jail is being investigated by the Alameda County Sheriffs Office, according to a press release from Alameda County. Jose "Nick" Cardenas and his mother, Lydia Pina. The sheriff's office said he was released under the "Compassionate Release program," but no details were provided. He never recovered and died at Eden Medical Center in Hayward. High risk inmates are those who have committed violent and/or sexual crimes against children and women, rapists, animal abusers, and those who have committed crimes against the elderly. He was also placed in a spit mask because deputies identified him as a "spitter" on two past occasions.Narrative: Five days before his death, he was lethargic and had trouble breathing. He was placed in a WRAP in Fremont. Name: Alston RobinsonAge:32Arrested:Date of death:Total time in jail:Occupation: Race:Cause of death: Peritonitis/perforated ulcer/naturalDrug issues:Restraints:Narrative: Name: Marlon ReyesAge:44Arrested:Date of death:10/14/2021Total time in jail:Occupation: Race:Cause of death: SuicideDrug issues:Restraints:Narrative: Name: Devin Darrell WestAge:27Arrested:11/15/2021Date of death:Total time in jail:Occupation: Longshoreman. Though paramedics worked to revive her, Laurel was pronounced dead approximately 40 minutes later. "I want answers and full accountability. Usually, inmates who ask to PC are high risk inmates. She said a captain acknowledged to her there was a computer glitch, which is why Laventure hadnt been logged into the system. Name: Cesar Augusto PajueloAge: 70Arrested: 2/9/2019. He had been in the intake area for a total of 16 hours. Race:BlackCause of death: Natural, but didn't get his medicine.Drug issues:Restraints:Narrative: Monk's sister, Elvira Monk told KTVU on Thursday that she had tried repeatedly to get her brother his medication, which he needed to treat his illnesses in Santa Rita, when he was brought there in early October. He was housed in unit 35 as a minimum security inmate. I should also note that some states with large prison systems have designated specific facilities for vulnerable populations. How do I bail someone out of Santa Rita Jail? Below are the stories behind many of these deaths. Name: Jesus Dametrius DickeyAge: 45Arrested: 4/23/2018 Arrested by Berkeley police in connection with a sexual battery report at student housing in the 2600 block of Durant Avenue, and an incident about two hours later in the 2500 block of Durant. OAKLAND - A federal judge today sentenced Kameron Patricia Reid to 84 months in prison for distributing fentanyl that killed an inmate at the Santa Rita Jail, announced United States Attorney Stephane M. Hinds, FBI San Francisco Special Agent in Charge Robert K. Tripp, and Drug Enforcement Administration Acting Special Agent in Charge Bob P. Beris. Press Release Oakland IWOC March 16, 2020 From late October to November 2019, a week-long work stoppage and hunger strike mobilized over 400 people inside Santa Rita jail to refuse meals, commissary, and work assignments. , Police arrest man linked to sexual assault of child, Mountain lion causes school to shelter in place, 14 of CAs richest billionaires live in the Bay Area, SF police officers pose as prostitutes, bust 30 Johns, Video: Benches clear in fight at high school hoops, Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information. Acute asthmatic respiratory insufficiencyInvestigative agency: Alameda County Sheriff/Stephanie BeezleyIsolation: Sort of. Medical complications following acute myocardial infarction and coronary atherosclerosis.Investigative agency: Alameda County Sheriff/Andrea GoldenIsolation: No, cell T-2.Health and/or mental issues: His sister said he had always been a heavy drinker but had never had a seizure before. Restraints: Not listedNarrative: Lee was arrested by the CHP for a DUI and had a "medical emergency while in custody at Santa Rita Jail." He was a barber, mechanic, plumber and electrician.Race: BlackCause of death: Natural. Date of death: 10/30/2017Total time in jail: Two daysOccupation: Not listedRace: MexicanCause of death: Accident. He had tried to commit suicide in 1985 when he intentionally overdosed on prescription medication. Name: Michael Hermon *The sheriffdisputes that Hermon died in Santa Rita Jail custody, despite his name being released under a Public Records Act by the coroner's office as an in-custody death. 21 NO. Eighty one days passed and that transfer did not occur. Date of death: 4/8/2015Total time in jail: Four daysOccupation: Not listedRace: BlackCause of death: Suicide by hangingInvestigative agency: Alameda County Sheriff/Stephanie BeezleyIsolation: Yes. Finally, she was told to fax the information in. Restraints: None listedNarrative: Masterson hung himself by a sheet. He was yelling he didnt do anything," she said. Health and/or mental issues: From notes, it appears he had diabetes and had a prosthesis and used a wheelchair. The denial of cleaning supplies for prisoners at Santa Rita, use of isolation, and other institutional problems already made Santa Rita dangerous for health, with 47 in-custody deaths since 2014. Relatives cameto pray together at the hospital after he died. Court records show he was accused of burglarizing a car. We and our partners use cookies to Store and/or access information on a device. It is common practice for inmates on suicide watch to be check on every 15 or 30 minutes, civil rights lawyers say. Police said he pointed a gun at the woman and demanded the keys to her car. He got five years for felony carjacking and five years for elder abuse, his mother said. Health and/or mental issues: Yes, but redacted. He had a yoga book in his cell. 2023 FOX Television Stations, from SAT 4:00 AM PST until SUN 4:00 PM PST, Southern Lake County, Northwestern Mendocino Interior, Northeastern Mendocino Interior, Northern Lake County, from SAT 4:00 AM PST until SUN 4:00 PM PST, Mendocino County Coast, High Stakes: Sports Betting in California. The report does not state who killed him. His physical health appeared to be OK. He suffered from social anxiety disorder. Drug issues: None listedRestraints: None listedNarrative: Diaz had wrapped a telephone cord around her neck at a courthouse in Fremont on Feb. 21, 2014. I can't be like this.' If you intend to ask to be seperated from the general population in a county jail, you . According to the deputy's narrative provided on Jan. 20, 2020, nothing seemed wrong with Reyes at 3 p.m. after he had visited with his wife. There was no suicide note in his cell. He "wanted to be free like a bird," she said. NORTHERN SANTA BARBARA COUNTY'S NEWS AND ENTERTAINMENT WEEKLY > FEBRUARY 11 - FEBRUARY 18, 2021 > VOL. Name: Michael Anthony BrownAge: 28Arrested: 4/4/2015. Cell B-9. The doctor noted he didnt have any medical concerns but he had been urinating on himself and was "dirty and odorous." Dat Thanh Luong was going to be sent to Napa State Hospital for mental health treatment. On the day he was arrested, he was put in a one-man cell, where she said, "you just push the food in.". The incarceration of people in Santa Rita Jail in Dublin represents one of the most serious public health risks in the East Bay. His court case is still listed as active," and he was supposed to have a mental competency hearing on 7/25/2016, two days before he died. Other family lives overseas. Commissary money in the form of a money order may be mailed to: AdvancePay Service Department P.O. Health and/or mental issues: Yes, his mother said.Drug issues:Restraints: Yes. But he did not seem to be exhibiting any withdrawal symptoms. Cell SC-4 (sobering cell)Health and/or mental issues: Armstrong answered "no" at intake. Name: Christina Angelina LamendolaAge: 38Arrested: Lamendola has 30 criminal cases in Alameda County, according to online records. Be Prepared to Alameda County, Santa Rita Jail Visiting Rules. Name: Jose "Nick" Cardenas PinaAge:30Arrested:Date of death:06/07/2022Total time in jail:Occupation: Race:Cause of death: Swallowed jail-issued wristband. However, Tom Hermon said he learned that his son had been discharged from the jail. He had a hematoma on the left side of his head that was bleeding. "No known prior suicide attempts or ideations. "He was very much loved," she said. An autopsy later concluded that his wife died of acute bacterial meningitis. A brother later told deputies Wilhites health was "terrible." Deputies are supposed to check inmates every 30 minutes in this unit. He was also out of compliance with his sex registration conditions.Date of death: 10/6/2019Total time in jail:Occupation: Homeless. His family alleges in a lawsuit that he had made several requests for a CPAP machine for his apnea and never received one. He had stayed at John George Psychiatric facility before being taken to Santa Rita. Narrative: About 2:30 a.m., a deputy saw Villalta sitting along on his bunk. Investigative agency: Alameda County Sheriff/Erik BordiIsolation: Not listedHealth and/or mental issues: Yes, but redacted. Name: Larry RobersonAge:52Arrested:Date of death:12/5/2021Total time in jail:Occupation: Race:BlackCause of death: Hypertensive cardiovascular diseaseDrug issues:Restraints:Narrative: Marcos Garibay died at Santa Rita Jail in January 2022. On the day he died, she said her son was having a "bipolar high. He remains behind bars at Santa Rita with no bail, jail records show. Race: BlackCause of death: Natural, complications with substance abuse and carcinomaInvestigative agency: Alameda County sheriff's investigator Jossue BadialIsolation: He had been in the outpatient unit. An investigation is ongoing. Page 10, line 97 of Christopher Thomas' autopsy report. Outpatient Housing Unit. Chronic alcoholismInvestigative agency: Alameda County Sheriff/Charles FrazierIsolation: No. He had been placed with a cell mate for a while, until that cell mate was moved. Race: BlackCause of death: Brother said he was told it was suicide; asphyxiated with a plastic bag.Investigative agency:Isolation: Yes. Confronting sustainability: Forest certification in developing and transitioning countries The clinching straps of The Wrap were tightened such that his torso was bentcompressing his obese abdomenFinally, an opaque spit mask covered his face, including his nose and mouth. Name: Balvir SinghAge: 44Arrested: 5/25/2014. Single occupancy cell in Housing Unit 23. He has 10 criminal cases in Alameda County stemming from possession of a controlled substance in 1994 to sale of a controlled substance in 2011. He planned to "rob everyone he could" when he was released, a deputy wrote. Some of his challenges were described in his obituary. There is usually a small fee if you're going to send money through the website or over the phone. News reports stated his 73-year-old cellmate was charged with his death and spoke Farsi. Housing Unit 23, minimum security/protective custody. "The clinching straps of The Wrap were tightened such that his torso was bentcompressing his obese abdomenFinally, an opaque spit mask covered his face, including his nose and mouth. Occupation: Jack of all trades, his sister said. Her medical file was included in her case file. He was back at Santa Rita this time because he failed to show up for a court date, after breaking into his father's house, something his dad said he did because he heard voices telling him to do so. Name: Candice "Cody" VanburenAge: 33Arrested: Came to Santa Rita on 02.27/2023Date of death: 02/28/2023Total time in jail: Less than a dayOccupation: Race:Cause of death: Medical emergencyDrug issues: YesRestraints:Narrative: Vanburen was assigned to Housing Unit 21 D, cell 18 as the only person in the cell. A doctor at the jail had repeatedly urged him for surgery, which was delayed by jail superiors. On Feb. 21, he hung himself. "Neurochecks were consistently made" throughout the shift. He seemed agitated by this. Her son had been living on the streets and had been to Santa Rita before. It's time Santa Rita was held to account for the conditions which make it the most dangerous jail in the country. No other information was given. Later, he told a deputy he was high and believed he had gotten a "bad dose of powder," which is common for cocaine. Drug issues: An inmate said he was aware Gomez was on drugs and hadnt been coming out of his cell. This needs to end.". The sheriff's office said he was released under the "Compassionate Release program," but no details were provided. A forensic report showed he had methamphetamine and marijuana in his system on June 30. Your contribution matters. Or follow her on Twitter @ljfernandez. Charles Johnson, 45, suffered a medical emergency at the jail and was transported to Stanford Health Care ValleyCare Medical Center in Pleasanton. The results of this consent decree remain to be seen. Name: Logan McKinley MastersonAge: 37Arrested: 4/3/2018 Arrested for carjacking a woman in Livermore in the 2100 block of Third Street. In 2004, Beltram was arrested with his wife were arrested in Fremont, where more than $20,000 worth of crystal methamphetamine and marijuana were recovered, according to the East Bay Times. Reason not stated, but Jackson was a transgender female who went by Leilani. Health and/or mental issues: It appears as though he might have had a head injury. Name: Stephen LoftonAge:38Arrested:Date of death:1/17/2023Total time in jail:Occupation: Race:Cause of death: SuicideDrug issues:YesRestraints:Narrative: Lofton had been struggling with substance abuse and died by suicide. Villalta was not on intensive observation log, a jail protocol for people demonstrating behavioral problems or who could be suicidal, according to a federal lawsuit. He was sweating and looked like he was having a seizure. And his dad said Jonah Andrews was kind to his siblings and friends. Date of death: 12/10/2015Total time in jail: 12 daysOccupation: SupervisorRace: BlackCause of death: Suicide by hangingInvestigative agency: Alameda County Sheriff/Jason HenshawIsolation: Yes and no. He had been arrested the day before after his wife, Terry Cameron, 58, was found dead in the 10400 block of Foothill Boulevard. A family member who asked to remain anonymous said he he skeptical of the report. The Santa Clara County Sheriff's Office Custody Division is the fifth largest jail system in California, and among the 20 largest systems in the United States. Single person cell in Housing Unit 2, which is an Administration Separation unit. Name: Yanet DiazAge: 33Arrested: 2/10/2014. On Dec. 23, just two days before Christmas, the number of active COVID-19 cases in Alameda County's Santa Rita Jail shot up from five to 56, the Alameda County Sheriff's Office reported in an easily overlooked post on Twitter. 50 > WWW.SANTAMARIASUN.COM NEWS NEWS EATS He was cleared at the hospital to return to jail. The sheriff's office said he was released under the "Compassionate Release program," but no details were provided. Lawyers also sued Napa State Hospital for not accepting him in a timely manner. Drug issues: NoRestraints: NoNarrative: He a seizure and brain bleed, possibly because of his cancer, and he died at John Muir Medical Center. Paramedic arrived. Reason redacted. However, Singh had also been placed in a "safety cell" at some point (the date and duration arent listed) because he told authorities he wanted to hang himself so "he wouldnt have to continue with the court process." Usually, you will only get out for a shower and a few minutes of "rec" time, which is typically in a small . Since Madrigal wasnt willing to go voluntarily, his family needed help in taking him back to the mental health facility, according to the claim. Arrested by Fremont police for a reason, which was redacted. Race:BlackCause of death: HomicideDrug issues:Restraints:Narrative: West's mother, Christy Miles, said her son suffered from bipolarity and schizophrenia. *But he had also been on suicide watch. Name: Ali MuhammadAge:72Arrested:Date of death:Total time in jail:Occupation: Stephen Lofton of Hayward. Occupation: Not listedRace: East IndianCause of death: Suicide by hanging/asphyxiationInvestigative agency: Alameda County Sheriff/Matthew MedldrumIsolation: Sort of. And, that leads us to todays topic: protective custody in prison what is it and how does it work? He also suffered from diabetes and high blood pressure. You can post bail 24/7 at the jail, located at 5325 Broder Blvd., Dublin, CA 94568. An inmate said that Villalta was depressed because his court case was not going well and his family stopped contacting him. Johnson was screened and cleared for incarceration by custodial medical and mental health staff during his intake, the press release states. Drug issues: None listed. No known lawsuits. Total time in jail: 18 daysOccupation: MarineRace: LatinoCause of death: Suicide by hangingInvestigative agency: Alameda County Sheriff/Shawn SobreroIsolation: Yes. Cardiac insufficiencyInvestigative agency: Alameda County Sheriff/Rafael PlasenciaIsolation: Not listedHealth and/or mental issues: Yes, but redacted. He was lying on the floor face down. Drug issues: NoRestraints: NoNarrative: According to his lawsuit, he had refused to take his medicine and he felt that he was being poisoned, due to his mental illness. His ex-wife was notified after he died. 2 Investigates received the coroner's report on Oct. 31 from family. But he shouldnt have been arrested, Gonzales insisted. I want to believe Jesus was there with him.". Youre lucky if you get a book or some paper and pens. Jose "Nick" Pia Cardenas died in a hospital on June 7, three weeks after Alameda County sheriff's deputies tackled and restrained him during intake procedures at notorious Santa Rita Jail . He had been diagnosed with hypertension and asthma and smoke a pack of cigarettes a day and consumed a pint of brandy and two beers daily.Drug issues: Lee told officers he had taken six "Norco" pills that morning. In addition, David Crosby said he couldn't understand how a plasticbag could have gotten intoin his brother's cell. He was subsequently taken to the hospital and placed on a ventilator. Police officers sentenced to prison should absolutely be in protective custody. At the time, the autopsy wasn't available, and Tom Hermon doesn't believe this story. Investigative agency: Alameda County Sheriff/Charles FrazierIsolation: Yes. He died later than night. He got into fights with several inmates at least four different times before his beating death. The sheriff wrote in his report that the Lee family initially flagged the death as suspicious "due to family making a false report" about the nature of his death. Dr. Michael Ferenc, who performed the autopsy, noted the restraints were so tight that it exacerbated conditions. ForgeryDate of death: 6/23/2014Total time in jail: Five daysOccupation: Not listedRace: WhiteCause of death: Natural. Investigative agency: Alameda County sheriff's investigator Mathew MeldrumIsolation: Sort of. and Whilhite said, "Im good." Learn more. But they did not. If you would like to change your settings or withdraw consent at any time, the link to do so is in our privacy policy accessible from our home page.. Date of death: 2/27/2014Total time in jail: 17 daysOccupation: HousekeeperRace: MexicanCause of death: Suicide. She showed KTVU his honors, which included the Marine Corps Good Conduct Medal, the National Defense Service Medal, the Global War on Terrorism Service Medal, two Sea Service Deployment Ribbons and other letters of appreciation. There was a picture of a scythe and phrases in Spanish referring to death on his bunk. What Happens if You Starve Yourself in Prison? He became pulseless. The alleged assailant had been in custody since October on a multitude of firearms offenses, including a shooting, according to Kelly. His father was authorized to make his funeral arrangements. No criminal cases found in Alameda County Superior Court online records search. Inmates told deputies he seemed fine and had played chess the previous day during recreation time. A deputy or an inmate?" His sister, Tanasha Lee, said family didnt even get a call about her brothers hospitalization until three days after he was taken there. Possible psychogenic polydipsia/ schizophreniaInvestigative agency: Alameda County Sheriff/Damon WilsonIsolation: Sort of. He had no disciplinary history. "He should have never been left alone.". Raymond Reyes was kept in isolation for 19 days. He had been killed by another inmate, Emil Cochran. Housing unit 7, cell B 1Health and/or mental issues: None, according to Corizon medical recordsDrug issues: He had methamphetamine in his systemRestraints: NoNarrative: Bueno was found hanging in his cell by his bed sheets.

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