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Aug 28, 2023

73-Year-Old Woman Dies In Arlington Jail, The Eighth Death In 8 Years

The woman was being held on a trespassing charge when she was found dead in her cell. The cause of death is under investigation.

Feb 06, 2023

Wrongful Death Lawsuit Settlement Would Pay $1.3 Million To Family Of Man Who Died In Arlington Jail

The settlement still needs to be approved by the court.

Mar 16, 2022

Arlington NAACP Requests A Department Of Justice Investigation Into The County’s Jail

Seven men have died in the facility in seven years.

Feb 02, 2022

Man Dies In Arlington County Jail, Marking Seventh Death In Seven Years

Advocates say the 41-year-old man’s death marks a disturbing pattern at the detention facility.

Oct 26, 2021

Arlington County To End Contract With Jail Health Care Provider After Incarcerated Person Died

The death was the sixth at the Arlington jail over the last six years.

 
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