Died in jail or a lockup
David Thomas Osborn Sr.
David Thomas Osborn Sr., 63, was a Morro Bay resident who worked as a local baker and gas station attendant. On January 11, 2015, he collapsed while waiting outside the medical office at the San Luis Obispo County Jail, where he was being held. Jail medical staff had seen him twice before for a blood sugar problem. The Coroner's Office ruled the death natural, citing a heart attack, coronary artery disease and high blood sugar.
Cause of death, as reported: Died of illness (neglect alleged). The coroner ruled the death natural from a heart attack and coronary disease, and the jail summary notes he was seen twice by medical staff for a blood sugar problem before collapsing.
Reported by: Coroner's Office (medical examiner or coroner).