PORT ALLEN, La. (KPEL-FM) – A 26-year-old inmate was found dead on Sunday morning (Sept. 7) at the West Baton Rouge Parish Jail, according to the West Baton Rouge Parish Sheriff’s Office.
Inmate Found Unresponsive in Lockdown Cell
Just after 11:00 a.m., correctional deputies were alerted to an unresponsive inmate inside a lockdown cell. The cellmate notified staff, who immediately responded and administered first aid while medical personnel were en route.
Despite the life-saving measures, the inmate, identified as Nicholas Henderson, was pronounced deceased.
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The cause of death is pending an autopsy by the West Baton Rouge Parish Coroner’s Office.
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