Inmate with chronic health conditions dies at SLO County Jail
An inmate with chronic health conditions died at the San Luis Obispo County Jail on Sunday, the San Luis Obispo County Sheriff's Office said.
During 'regular cell checks' on Sunday, staff discovered that San Luis Obispo resident Brent Perucca, 59, was 'in medical distress,' a Sheriff's Office news release said.
'Custody and nursing staff immediately attempted to render medical aid and CPR,' the release said.
Perucca was pronounced dead by paramedics at 4:30 p.m.
'An autopsy was performed this morning and the results are pending,' the release said. 'No foul play is suspected.'
The San Luis Obispo Police Department arrested Perucca on Friday at about 12:40 p.m.
'Prior to booking, he was taken to the hospital for medical clearance for chronic, long-term health issues,' the release said. 'Perucca was at the hospital for several hours and received extensive testing and examination.'
He was booked into the San Luis Obispo County Jail at 6 p.m. on Friday. He had been detained at the jail more than 20 times before, police said.
'He was screened by medical staff at the jail and continued receiving treatment for his health issues,' the release said.
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