The Shreveport Police Department is investigating the death of an inmate who passed away at a local
hospital.

On Sept. 20, a female was arrested for Entering and Remaining After Forbidden. On Oct. 2, she was transported from the Shreveport City Jail to Ochsner LSU Health for a medical evaluation in accordance with department policy regarding infectious diseases.

Upon arrival at the hospital, the female began experiencing additional health complications, which caused her condition to worsen. Despite medical efforts, she passed away today, Oct. 3, as a result of these
suspected health issues.

Detectives with the Shreveport Police Department’s Investigations Division are reviewing all aspects of this incident. Initial findings indicate that the female’s death appears to be the result of a catastrophic medical event.

SPD will release the name of the individual once next of kin has been notified.

No further information is available at this time.