Robert John Bitler Jr.
Robert John Bitler Jr., 49, died in October 2021 while held at the Frederick County Adult Detention Center in Maryland. The Office of the Chief Medical Examiner ruled his death natural, and police said officers followed procedures. His mother, Adella Weigand, said, "A person shouldn't have to die in jail." His wife, Shelby Bitler, said she believes he would still be alive if he had been taken to a hospital, and the family argues that more medical care could have been provided.
Cause of death, as reported: Died of illness (neglect alleged). The Office of the Chief Medical Examiner ruled his death natural, and his family argues more medical care could have been provided after officers performed CPR.
Reported by: Office of the Chief Medical Examiner (medical examiner or coroner).