Del Norte County Jail Inmate Found Dead

Correctional Officers at the Del Norte County Jail found 33-year-old inmate, Jason Vincent Proctor, unresponsive in his cell late Wednesday night, July 31st.

Life-saving efforts were initiated by correctional staff and continued by responding emergency personnel. Proctor was not able to be revived and was later pronounced deceased at Sutter Coast Hospital. His next of kin have been notified of his passing.

Proctor’s death is being investigated as an apparent suicide. On August 2nd, 2019 preliminary autopsy findings indicate death from ligature asphyxiation. The final determination is pending toxicology results.

The Del Norte County District Attorney’s Office is conducting an independent investigation.

The Del Norte County Sheriffs Office is saddened by the loss of life and extends their condolences to Mr. Proctor’s family and anyone impacted by his death.

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