A Bibb County inmate died Monday after corrections officers found him unresponsive in his jail cell, officials said.
What Happened: Just before 8 p.m., Bibb County jail staff found the inmate hanging in his cell. Deputies attempted lifesaving measures, and paramedics rushed him to a hospital, where he was pronounced dead.
Why It Matters: A death in jail raises concerns about inmate safety, mental health care and oversight at local detention centers.
Under Investigation: Internal Affairs investigators with the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office are reviewing the circumstances surrounding the death. An autopsy is planned because the death occurred in custody.
The inmate’s name has not been released pending notification of family.
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B.T. Clark
B.T. Clark is an award-winning journalist and the Publisher of The Georgia Sun. He has 25 years of experience in journalism and served as Managing Editor of Neighbor Newspapers in metro Atlanta for 15 years and Digital Director at Times-Journal Inc. for 8 years. His work has appeared in several newspapers throughout the state including Neighbor Newspapers, The Cherokee Tribune and The Marietta Daily Journal. He is a Georgia native and a fifth-generation Georgian.
