The Brief
- Rodney Garrick begged for blood thinner medication and water for hours but allegedly received no help before collapsing, another inmate claims.
- His bond was just 20 dollars, and he died unresponsive as he was reportedly about to be released.
- DeKalb County jail officials say the incident appears to be a sudden medical emergency and is under full investigation.
DEKALB COUNTY, Ga. – DeKalb County jail officials say they have launched a full investigation after a former inmate came forward with explosive claims about the final hours of 59-year-old Rodney Garrick Sr., who died just two days after being booked on low-level charges.
What we know:
Former inmate Arctavus Scales says Garrick repeatedly begged guards for his medication and later water but was ignored until he was found unresponsive.…