Man found dead at Eaton County Jail

Eaton County officials reported Wednesday evening that a 42-year-old Clarksville man was found unresponsive in his Eaton County Jail cell on Tuesday in an apparent suicide.

Officials attempted resuscitation; the man was declared dead at a hospital.

“All information related to the incident will be provided to the Medical Examiner to assist with the investigation and determination of the official cause of death,” according to a statement from the county.

“The Sheriff’s Office also recognizes the impact this tragedy may have on the staff members who work each day to care for and supervise those in our custody. Our thoughts are with everyone affected by this loss and resources will be made available to them.

“Our thoughts are with the family and loved ones. Every person who comes through our doors is someone’s son or daughter, parent, or friend,” said Eaton County Sheriff Tom Reich. “We are committed to treating those in our care with dignity and to helping them find a path toward a better future. This loss is truly heartbreaking.”

If you or someone you know is struggling with or has thoughts of suicide, help is available 24/7, regardless of your circumstances. Call or text 988 for the  Suicide & Crisis Lifeline, or chat at chat.988lifeline.org. “