PCSO investigates inmates death
Article published on Wednesday, July 12, 2006
CLEARWATER - Deputies are investigating the death of a Pinellas County Jail inmate who was arrested by St. Petersburg police on the afternoon of Thursday, July 6, sheriff's reports said.
At about 11:25 p.m. Michael Babers, St. Petersburg, was assigned to a medical wing at the jail. Staff members were alerted that the inmate was in distress and came to his aid at about 1:02 a.m. Friday, July 7.
The inmate was transported to Northside Hospital in St. Petersburg and pronounced dead at about 2:13 a.m. July 7.
Detectives said the inmate's death does not appear suspicious. However, an autopsy will be performed.
Article published on Wednesday, July 12, 2006
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