Waupun prison death; investigation ongoing, 'likely' self-inflicted
Waupun Correctional Institution
WAUPUN, Wis. - An inmate died at the Waupun Correctional Institution on Monday, Aug. 5.
The Dodge County Sheriff’s Office was contacted by the Waupun Correctional Institution just before 7:30 a.m. regarding an inmate death that occurred. The sheriff’s office is currently investigating the death and said the initial investigation is indicating that it was likely a self-inflicted incident.
The initial investigation also shows that at the time of discovery, staff responded "rapidly and appropriately," providing medical aid in an effort to save the inmate’s life.
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The case remains an open investigation.
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The sheriff’s office said the Wisconsin Department of Corrections is fully cooperating with the investigation, as is standard practice between agencies.