UPDATE: Man dies after being taken into custody in Wisconsin
Jan 03, 2025
MADISON, Wis. (WFRV) - Authorities in Wisconsin have released an update regarding a man who became unresponsive while being taken to jail on Dec. 31, 2024.
According to a press release from the Wisconsin Department of Justice, the man, who remains unidentified, died Tuesday, Dec. 31.
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Shortly before 8:30 p.m., Madison police responded to a report of a vehicle theft at the Best Western on Annamark Drive.
A foot chase ensued with the man, who was taken into custody. Emergency medical services were requested to evaluate him before he was transported to jail.
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Upon arrival at the jail, the man was reportedly found unresponsive. He was taken to a nearby hospital, where he later died.
The law enforcement officers involved have been placed on administrative leave, as is standard policy. The incident remains under investigation.