Irwin Co. inmate found dead, GBI investigating
OCILLA, Ga. – According to the Irwin County Sheriff, an inmate was found deceased Saturday night inside a cell by Irwin County Detention Center officials.
The inmate was found not in his cell at the time, but in the cell of a friend, according to the sheriff.
Officials performed life-saving measures until Irwin Co. EMS arrived and transported the inmate to a local hospital.
The cause of the inmate’s death is unknown at this time.
The investigation is active and ongoing. GBI is handling this investigation.
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