The FBI is taking the helm on the ongoing investigation into the death of a former Duval County inmate who died following an incident inside the jail.
The State Attorney’s Office confirmed the shift in investigation leadership on Wednesday in a statement:
“Our office initiated an investigation into the death of Charles Faggart on April 7, 2025. In the days following Faggart’s death, the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office asked the FBI to assist in the investigation of the incident,” wrote the SAO. ”Since that time, our review has run parallel to the one conducted by our federal partner. After consultation with the U.S. Attorney’s Office, our federal partners will now take lead on this ongoing investigation.”…