Died in jail or a lockup
Alex Chavez
Alex Chavez died by suicide in a Maricopa County jail in 2022. His family in Glendale, Arizona, has kept his memory alive with photos, a tribute video and a memorial at their home. His mother, Debra Ruiz, had tattoos made in his honor that include some of his ashes. His sister, Bernadette Chavez, and niece, Athena Chavez, have marked his birthday by sharing videos and photos of him.
Cause of death, as reported: Died by suicide
Reported by: the Maricopa County jail's account, as summarized in the record (the agency that held him). The only account of how this person died comes from the agency that held him.