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Page County: Inmate collapses, dies in jail, due to possible medical condition

Crystal Graham
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A Page County inmate has died after collapsing at the jail on Friday night.

The inmate’s name has not been released.

According to the Page County Sheriff’s Office, the inmate had previously been evaluated, treated and released from a medical facility for underlying health problems.

On Friday, the inmate suffered a medical emergency after returning to the jail and went unresponsive.

The Sheriff’s Office reports that deputies provided life-saving measures and contacted EMS, who responded to the incident. However, the inmate did not survive.

Per Department of Corrections protocols, an in-custody death is taken under jurisdiction of the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner.

The body was transported to the OCME in Manassas for an autopsy.

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Crystal Graham

Crystal Graham

A 1999 graduate of Virginia Tech, Crystal Graham has worked for 25 years as a reporter and editor for several Virginia publications, written a book, and garnered more than a dozen Virginia Press Association awards for writing and graphic design. She was the co-host of "Viewpoints," a weekly TV news show, and co-host of "Virginia Tonight," a nightly TV news show, both broadcast on PBS. Her work on "Virginia Tonight" earned her a national Telly award for excellence in television. You can reach her at [email protected]. Support AFP by signing up for our newsletter and/or powering our work with a one-time or monthly contribution.

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