Died in juvenile detentionUnder 18
Eric Perez
Eric Perez, 18, died on July 10, 2011, while held at the Palm Beach Regional Juvenile Detention Center in Florida. His family's attorney said he complained for hours of severe headaches and vomiting before his death. A grand jury later found several deficiencies at the facility but said no existing statute allowed criminal charges, and the family said they were disappointed by that outcome.
Cause of death, as reported: Cause not yet determined. His family's attorney says he complained for hours of severe headaches and vomiting, and a grand jury found several deficiencies at the facility but said no existing statute allowed criminal charges.