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Brian Thomas Leach

69 years old · died July 2, 2025 · Martin County, Florida

Brian Thomas Leach, 69, of Jensen Beach, died in a hospital on July 2, 2025, after he was taken into custody in late June. The Martin County Sheriff's Office spokesperson, Christine Christofek, said his death is likely from an illness. An autopsy was scheduled for July 3 to determine the cause of death, which remains pending.

Cause of death, as reported: Cause not yet determined. Martin County Sheriff's Office spokesperson Christine Christofek said the death is likely from an illness, pending an autopsy.

Reported by: Martin County Sheriff's Office (the agency that held him). The only account of how this person died comes from the agency that held him.

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