A 35-year old inmate of the Orleans Parish Justice Center collapsed and died last night due to an apparent medical issue.
Christian Freeman collapsed during the medication distribution period at the housing unit.
He was tended to by two deputies and medical personnel that were present in the unit at the time.
Freeman was taken to University Medical Center where he was pronounced dead.
The Investigative Services Bureau (ISB) of the Sheriff’s Office is looking into the death.
And the Orleans Parish Coroner’s Office is expected to perform an autopsy and prepare a toxicology report.
Freeman has been in custody since December 2019 and was held on a $195,000 bond on charges of felon in possession of a firearm, illegal carrying of weapons with a controlled dangerous substance, possession with intent to distribute fentanyl, heroin, methamphetamine, and possession of stolen property.