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Jurupa Valley Inmate Dies While in Custody

Posted by Cindy Uken | Aug 28, 2023 | News

31-year-old Jurupa Valley Inmate dies on Sunday

BANNING — Tavae Stalks Walker, 31, of Jurupa Valley has been identified as the inmate who was found unresponsive in a housing unit on Sunday, Aug. 27, according to Deputy Ken Thurm.

Deputies from the Larry D. Smith Correctional Facility were alerted to an unresponsive male. Deputies and jail medical personnel immediately administered life-saving measures. Paramedics responded and assumed life-saving measures. However, he was ultimately pronounced deceased, according to Thurm.

Investigators from the Corrections Central Investigations Bureau responded and assumed the investigation.

There are no signs of foul play, and the investigation is ongoing. Anyone with information regarding this incident is encouraged to contact Investigator Justin Williams at (951) 922-7152.

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Larry D. Smith Correctional Facility: RSO

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