Wyatt Finally Releases Information About Detainee's Death

Wyatt Finally Releases Information About Detainee's Death

U.S. Marshals' detainee Gilbert Delestre, who had been held at the Wyatt Detention Facility since July 2, 2019, passed away at Rhode Island Hospital on August 25, 2019, at 2:20 AM. The Detention facility repeatedly refused to provide information to GoLocal about the detainee's death. 

GoLocal has learned that the Rhode Island State Police are aware of the death.

According to Wyatt, "Since entering Wyatt, correctional officers and medical staff closely monitored Mr. Delestre, who had previously been diagnosed with and treated for numerous chronic health conditions."

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Further, the company claims, "On Thursday, August 22nd, he was transported to Rhode Island Hospital and admitted to the intensive care unit. He passed away due to his health-related issues. An autopsy is being conducted to determine the exact cause of death. Warden Daniel Martin has personally reviewed all aspects of Mr. Delestre’s access to medical care and determined that all Wyatt protocols were followed."

The U.S. Marshals were notified, and have notified the next of kin.

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