Authorities are investigating an incident at Deschutes County Adult Jail Monday evening. On February 13, 2023, approximately 8:30 p.m., a deputy sheriff and a corrections nurse were doing medication distribution in the jail. They located an unresponsive inmate in their dormitory cell. Immediate lifesaving actions were taken by corrections staff while simultaneously summoning Bend Fire Department medics to the jail. Bend Fire Department medics then transported the inmate to St. Charles Hospital for additional medical care.
The Oregon State Police are conducting the investigation and they are being assisted by the Central Oregon Major Incident Team. Future information will be released by the Oregon State Police.
