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Death in Custody at El Paso County Jail | Texas News
A 39-year-old man, James Tavares, died in custody at the El Paso County Detention Facility just days after being arrested for aggravated robbery. Already dealing with medical issues, his cause of death remains undetermined pending an autopsy. Surveillance footage and body camera recordings from responding supervisors capture the incident, as authorities investigate without evidence of foul play. The Sheriff’s Office has submitted a report to the state Attorney General’s Office, and the case continues to unfold amid growing scrutiny of systemic challenges. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a…
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