Name not reported
A young man died by suicide while held in the Harris County jail, according to the Smith v. Harris County lawsuit that followed his death. Reports on the case say he had been diagnosed with depression, had symptoms of schizophrenia, and had a history of suicide attempts. The lawsuit names the county's jail in connection with his death.
Cause of death, as reported: Died by suicide (disputed; neglect alleged). The Smith v. Harris County lawsuit says the young man died by suicide in the Harris County jail despite his known depression, schizophrenia symptoms and suicide attempts history, which staff did not act on.
Reported by: Smith v. Harris County lawsuit (family or their lawyers).
Lawsuit: The family sued Harris County over the death in the Harris County jail, and no settlement or award amount is reported.