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In-custody death reported at Weber County Jail

By Rob Nielsen - | Apr 6, 2026

BEN DORGER, Standard-Examiner file photo

The Weber County Jail and sheriff's office in Ogden is pictured Thursday, Feb. 28, 2019.

OGDEN — An in-custody death at the Weber County Jail is being attributed to a medical event after an initial investigation.

According to a press release from the Weber County Sheriff’s Office, an in-custody death was reported early Monday morning.

“On April 6, 2026, at approximately 4:00 AM, an individual in the care and custody of the Weber County Jail was found unresponsive during a security check,” the release said. “Emergency Medical Services were contacted, and the individual was taken to the hospital, where they were later pronounced deceased.”

According to the release, the initial investigation showed that the individual suffered from a medical event that was not self-inflicted.

“The death is currently under investigation and will follow the Weber County Critical Incident Protocol with the Weber County Attorney’s Office heading the investigation,” the release said.  The Weber County Sheriff’s Office extends condolences to the family of the deceased. We also thank all the staff members and first responders that diligently perform their duties and assist with difficult situations such as these.”

The release concludes that no further information will be released at this time.

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