DEKALB COUNTY, Ga. — An inmate at the DeKalb County Jail has died while in custody, according to the DeKalb County Sheriff's Office.

Authorities say 59-year-old Rodney Garrick of Lithonia was found unresponsive at the facility on the morning of Oct. 14.

Medical personnel at the jail immediately administered aid until emergency services arrived. Emergency services transported Garrick to a local hospital, where he later died.

"Our condolences go out to Mr. Garrick's family," says DeKalb County Sheriff Melody M. Maddox. "While the incident appears to have been a sudden and unanticipated medical emergency, a full investigation is underway, both internally and by the Medical Examiner's Office. We remain committed to transparency and accountability in all aspects of our jail operations."

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