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Choi Ian Saeteurn

68 years old · died January 16, 2015 · Sacramento County, California

Choi Ian Saeteurn, 68, was found dead in his locked cell at a Sacramento County jail during an early morning check on January 16, 2015. Sheriff's officials said he appeared to have died from blunt trauma and asphyxiation. According to the Sacramento County District Attorney's Office, a jury later convicted his cellmate of first-degree murder in his death.

Cause of death, as reported: Killed by another person in custody. Sheriff's officials said he appeared to die from blunt trauma and asphyxiation, and a jury convicted his cellmate of his murder, according to the district attorney's office.

Reported by: Sacramento County Sheriff's officials (the agency that held him); Sacramento County jury (court); Sacramento County District Attorney's Office.

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