Inmate dies after struggle with deputies at Jefferson Parish Correctional Center, sheriff says

A use-of-force investigation is underway after an inmate at the Jefferson Parish Correctional Center died following a struggle with deputies, according to Sheriff Joe Lopinto.

The inmate was pronounced dead around 5:40 p.m. Friday, Lopinto said.

The inmate was arrested on March 20 for traffic violations and court-related issues, Lopinto said. On March 23, he was ordered by medical staff to be transferred to the correctional center’s infirmary for treatment…

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