Regina Correctional Centre inmate dies at hospital

A 37-year-old inmate from Regina Correctional Centre died in hospital after being found in medical distress.

A 37-year-old inmate at the Regina Correctional Centre has died, according to the province.

The Government of Saskatchewan says the man was discovered inside his cell in a state of medical distress at approximately 4:30 p.m. on Monday, June 8.

According to a news release, staff and EMS started life-saving measures and transported him to Regina General Hospital.

He was declared dead at 5:59 p.m.

“The Saskatchewan Coroners Service have been notified and are investigating. The Ministry of Community Safety will conduct an internal investigation,” read the news release.

“Next of kin have been notified. No foul play is suspected at this time.”