News Summary
The Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office is investigating the death of Charles Samuel Urbach, who died shortly after being apprehended by police. Urbach was taken into custody for reportedly prowling in residential backyards and became unresponsive while being transported. Despite attempts to revive him, including the administration of Narcan, he was pronounced dead in the hospital. The circumstances of his death remain under investigation as authorities await the Medical Examiner’s report.
Jacksonville – An ongoing investigation is underway following the death of 38-year-old Charles Samuel Urbach shortly after his arrest by local police on Sunday afternoon, according to the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office. Urbach was pronounced dead at a local hospital at 2:42 p.m. the same day.
Police were dispatched to address reports of a suspicious person at approximately 12:50 p.m. in the 2200 block of Cortez Road. Upon arriving at the scene, officers discovered Urbach allegedly “prowling” through the backyards of several residences and attempting to access an occupied home.
Utilizing K-9 officers, law enforcement officials located Urbach hiding in a pond located behind the homes. Around 1:20 p.m., he was taken into custody without any reported resistance. However, while he was being escorted to a patrol vehicle, Urbach reportedly became “combative” and struck a K-9 officer in the chest with his elbow during a search.
To manage the situation, officers employed “minimal force” to restrain Urbach, who was subsequently secured in the back seat of the patrol vehicle. While the officers worked to identify him, Urbach became unresponsive. This prompted the officers to request medical assistance from the Jacksonville Fire and Rescue Department after they were unable to elicit a response from him following multiple sternum rubs.
Trained personnel administered two doses of Narcan, a medication used to reverse opioid overdoses, in an attempt to revive Urbach. Despite these efforts, he was transported to a local hospital, where he was declared dead shortly after arrival.
As authorities continue to explore the circumstances surrounding Urbach’s death, it has been classified as undetermined pending the Medical Examiner’s determination of the cause of death. This case remains active as investigators work to gather additional details and evidence.
Background information indicates that Urbach’s encounter with law enforcement was initiated by calls from residents concerned about his behavior. The police response included a thorough search of the area using K-9 units, which led to his eventual apprehension.
The responsive actions taken by police during Urbach’s custody, including the use of Narcan and the request for medical assistance, drew attention from community members anxious about the unfolding incident.
As the investigation progresses, the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office is emphasizing its commitment to transparency and accountability during the inquiry process. More information will be made available as it is released by authorities while they await the official findings from the Medical Examiner’s office.
In conclusion, the tragic death of Charles Samuel Urbach raises important questions regarding police procedures and the handling of individuals in custody. Community members and stakeholders will likely keep a close eye on the developments emerging from this ongoing investigation.
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