Died in jail or a lockupUnder 18
Name not reported
A 16-year-old girl was found dead in her cell at the Harrison County Detention Center in Mississippi on a Friday evening, according to Sheriff Matt Haley. The Mississippi Bureau of Investigation is assessing the death and gathering evidence. Officials say they do not suspect foul play at this time, and their findings will be shared with the Harrison County District Attorney's Office.
Cause of death, as reported: Cause not yet determined
Reported by: Harrison County Sheriff Matt Haley (the agency that held her); Mississippi Bureau of Investigation (outside investigators).