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Contra Costa County Sheriff's Office

Coverage of Contra Costa County Sheriff's Office in the Nexus archive.

Earliest in view: Jun 21 · 18:27 UTCMost recent: Jul 10 · 16:25 UTC
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West County Detention Facilityplace1in-custody deathtopic1Martinez Detention Centerplace1Coroner's Divisionorganization1Layla Whiteperson1Contra Costa Countyplace1
Recent coverage
  • CRIMEJul 10 · 16:25 UTCKRON4 SAN FRANCISCO
    Investigation underway after inmate found dead in West County Detention Facility

    An inmate was found dead at West County Detention Facility, prompting an investigation by Contra Costa County Sheriff's Office. The sheriff's office will provide more details later Friday, following another recent in-custody death in Contra Costa County.

  • CRIMEJun 26 · 18:53 UTCKRON4 SAN FRANCISCO
    Martinez inmate found dead on 2nd day in jail

    An inmate was found dead at the Martinez Detention Center on the second day in jail. A deputy sheriff discovered the inmate unresponsive and health services were called.

  • CRIMEJun 21 · 18:27 UTCKRON4 SAN FRANCISCO
    Authorities identify 18-year-old found dead in Contra Costa County

    Contra Costa County Sheriff's Office and Coroner's Division identified an 18-year-old woman as Layla White, who was found dead in February. Authorities announced the identification on June 12 after a social worker recognized publicly released information.