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**Update**
The adult in custody who experienced a medical emergency on June 18th has been identified as 50 year-old Michael Hart.
MCSO Detectives and the Multnomah County Medical Examiner's Office are continuing the investigation into Mr. Hart's death. Additional information will be released as it becomes available.
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On June 18, 2018, an adult in custody at the Multnomah County Detention Center experienced a medical emergency which resulted in an in-custody death.
At 11:34am, medical backup was called for an adult in custody experiencing a medical emergency. Multnomah County Sheriff’s Office deputies, Corrections Health staff, American Medical Response, and Portland Fire & Rescue responded to render aid. During this medical emergency, the facility was placed on lockdown and booking was closed for a short period of time.
Despite life-saving efforts, the adult in custody was pronounced dead. MCSO Detectives and the Multnomah County Medical Examiner responded to the facility. Sheriff Reese and Chief Deputies Morrisey and Peterson also responded.
This is an active investigation and no further details are available. The deceased’s name will not be release at this time, pending family notification.
We appreciate the coordinated response between MCSO staff, first responders, and medical personnel.
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