Suicide in Lane County jail spurs wrongful death lawsuit

The estate of a Springfield man who took his own life in a Lane County jail is suing the government for failing to prevent his death.

Patrick McAllister, 33, was discovered hanging in his cell in March 2025. He died 10 days later.

His estate is now accusing county officials of failing to put him on suicide watch or refer him to a mental health evaluation, despite earlier red flags…

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