News Summary
David Wayne King, a 41-year-old inmate, died in a local hospital after being found unresponsive in his Duval County Jail cell. He was discovered on August 7 and died two days later. The Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office is investigating the circumstances surrounding his death, confirming no use-of-force incidents were reported by staff or inmates. King’s medical history included physical disabilities, and he faced charges related to drug possession. Authorities aim to provide clarity regarding this tragic incident and the health of inmates in custody.
Jacksonville – A 41-year-old inmate, David Wayne King, died at a local hospital following an incident in which he was found unresponsive in his cell at the Duval County Jail. King was discovered in this state on August 7, 2025, and subsequently received medical attention from corrections staff before being transported to the hospital by Jacksonville Fire Rescue crews. He passed away two days later on August 9, 2025.
The Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office (JSO) is conducting an investigation into the circumstances surrounding King’s death. Investigators are reviewing all available information and interviewing witnesses as part of their efforts to determine the events leading up to this tragic incident. So far, detectives have established that there were no reported use-of-force incidents involving King by jail staff or other inmates before his death.
David Wayne King had been in the custody of the JSO since early March 2025, facing several charges, including possession of a controlled substance and drug paraphernalia. Reports indicate that at the time of his arrest, King was noted to have been physically disabled. His case was set to proceed with jury selection scheduled for September 2025.
The Medical Examiner’s Office has also been engaged to help ascertain the cause of death, and the JSO has emphasized its commitment to conducting a thorough investigation into this matter. Investigators aim to uncover all relevant details and provide answers regarding the circumstances that led to King’s untimely passing.
In summary, the investigation into David Wayne King’s death continues, as authorities seek to clarify the events that unfolded at the Duval County Jail. With the assistance of the Medical Examiner’s Office and ongoing witness interviews, the JSO is striving to bring transparency to a situation that has raised questions about inmate health and safety in custody.
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- First Coast News: Investigating Inmate Death
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- Google Search: Duval County Jail Inmate Death
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