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In-Custody Death Sparks Cold Case Investigation
18 Jul
Summary
- An inmate's death in hospital custody is under investigation.
- Walter Amos Taylor Jr., 68, died after hospitalization for health concerns.
- The death is currently being investigated as natural, awaiting autopsy results.
The Jacksonville Sheriff's Office Cold Case Unit has initiated an investigation into the in-custody death of inmate Walter Amos Taylor Jr., aged 68. Taylor was admitted to a local hospital on July 10, 2026, due to existing health issues.
He remained under hospital care until his death on Friday, July 17, 2026. Detectives were officially notified of his passing shortly after 3:15 p.m. that day. Taylor had been arrested on February 23, 2026, facing six charges for selling cocaine.
The circumstances surrounding his death are presently being treated as natural. This classification is pending a conclusive determination from the Medical Examiner's Office.
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