AUGUSTA, GA – On the morning of Wednesday, September 17, 2025, detention staff at the Charles B. Webster Detention Center discovered a 27-year-old male inmate unresponsive in his cell. The inmate, who was housed alone as a precautionary measure, was regularly checked on by staff.
Medical personnel were immediately summoned and provided lifesaving care. Central EMS transported the inmate to Wellstar MCG, where he was later pronounced deceased.
The Georgia Bureau of Investigation has been notified and will lead the investigation into the incident…