Veteran's overdose death highlights jail's lack of proper supervision
Christon Collins, a 27-year-old U.S. Army veteran, died last year in the DeKalb County Jail after being left unattended for approximately three hours. Civil rights attorney Ben Crump stated that jail personnel failed to provide necessary medical treatment that could have saved Collins' life. Reports indicated that one guard was seen playing on her cellphone while Collins was in distress. The lawsuit filed by Collins' family claims that the guards did not adequately supervise detainees, which contributed to his death. The family argues that this negligence reflects broader systemic issues within the jail. Collins had been experiencing a medical crisis, and despite the presence of staff, he did not receive timely assistance. The case highlights concerns about the treatment of inmates and the responsibilities of jail personnel. The family seeks accountability for the lack of care provided to Collins during his final moments.
