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David Green Jr.

54 years old · died July 9, 2026 · Aiken County Detention Center, Aiken County, South Carolina

David Green Jr., 54, of Warrenville, had a medical crisis while held at the Aiken County Detention Center in early July 2026. He was taken to Aiken Regional Medical Centers, then transferred to WellStar MCG in Augusta for higher-level care, where he was pronounced dead on July 9, 2026. The Aiken County Sheriff's Office said the case was referred to the South Carolina Law Enforcement Division and the coroner, and that an autopsy would determine the cause and manner of death. Accounts differ on the date of the medical crisis, with some outlets giving July 8 and others Wednesday.

Cause of death, as reported: Cause not yet determined. The Aiken County Sheriff's Office and Coroner's Office say David Green Jr. suffered a medical crisis in the detention center and an autopsy will determine the cause and manner of death.

Reported by: Aiken County Sheriff's Office (the agency that held him); Aiken County Coroner's Office (medical examiner or coroner).

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