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Update: Coroner Identifies Inmate Found Unresponsive at El Paso County Jail

At approximately 4:27 am on August 15th, 2025, a 37-year-old male (in custody) was found unresponsive in his bunk bed at the El Paso County Jail.

El Paso County Sheriff’s Office deputies and medical staff responded and began rendering lifesaving efforts.

At approximately 04:38 am, medical personnel from American Medical Response (AMR) and the Colorado Springs Fire Department (CSFD) arrived and assumed medical care of the individual.

Shortly after their arrival, at 4:57 AM, the individual was pronounced deceased.

The deceased individual has been identified as 37-year-old Dequan Ward.

Our Office extends our condolences to Mr. Ward’s family and friends during this difficult time.

Sheriff Roybal has ordered an in-depth investigation into the incident. The El Paso County Sheriff’s Office Investigations Division will conduct this investigation, adhering to the standards we provide for all citizens of El Paso County.

Upon initial investigation, there is no indication of self-harm, assault, or foul play.

In addition, Sheriff Roybal has requested an autopsy by the El Paso County Coroner’s Office.

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El Paso County Sheriff’s Office
27 East Vermijo Avenue
Colorado Springs, CO 80903

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