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DaQuarrius Brown

died May 26, 2022 · Hamilton County Silverdale Detention Facilities, Hamilton County, Tennessee

DaQuarrius Brown, a man who had HIV and asthma, was held at the Silverdale Detention Center in Hamilton County, Tennessee. His family says he did not receive his daily medication while he was there. According to the sheriff, he was taken to a hospital and released on his own recognizance on April 22. He died on May 26, 2022, after his release, and his family holds the jail responsible.

Cause of death, as reported: Cause not yet determined (neglect alleged). His family says he did not receive his daily medication at Silverdale and holds the jail responsible for his death.

Reported by: his family.

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