Lyon County Sheriff reports in-custody death at jail
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On August 28th, 2025, Theodore Hamel, a 70-year-old inmate at the Lyon County Detention Facility, was transported to South Lyon Medical Center after being found unresponsive in his cell.
Lifesaving efforts were performed at the Lyon County Detention Facility and at South Lyon Medical Center. The inmate was pronounced deceased.
The death is classified as in-custody. There are no signs of foul play, or suicide. The initial investigations indicates the death was medically related.
Investigations are being conducted by the Nevada Division of Investigations and the Carson City Sheriff’s Office Coroner.
Hamel’s next of kin has been notified.
Further information will be released at a later date and time.
Respectfully,
Sheriff Brad Pope
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