"Hector Sierra, 51, was arrested for fare evasion and drug possession, later showing symptoms of drug withdrawal while in custody, ultimately leading to his death."
"Sierra was taken to NYU Langone Cobble Hill Hospital after vomiting in his cell, but he was pronounced dead after waiting for treatment."
Hector Sierra, a 51-year-old man with a history of drug use, died in police custody after being arrested for fare evasion and drug possession. He refused medical attention shortly after his arrest. While in custody, he began vomiting and showed symptoms of drug withdrawal. Despite being taken to a hospital, he was pronounced dead after waiting for treatment. This incident follows another recent death in custody related to drug withdrawal symptoms.
Read at New York Post
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