Crime & Safetyscore 92·2 metrosupdated 2h ago
Lawsuit Filed After Inmate's Suicide Following Mother's Warning
The family of Jaqaris A. Jemison has filed a $20 million lawsuit against the Newport News City Jail after he hanged himself just 20 minutes after his mother warned jail officials of his danger. The lawsuit claims negligence by deputies who failed to respond promptly to the situation.
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