LANCASTER COUNTY, Pa. — UPDATE (7:23 p.m.) The inmate died at Lancaster General Hospital this afternoon, according to a release from the Lancaster County office commissioner.
The inmate was 30-year-old Justin Alcholz.
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Lancaster County Prison says an inmate was found hanging and unresponsive during a routine check on Friday night.
According to officials, prison staff started CPR and used an AED on the inmate while waiting for first responders, who continued the life-saving efforts when they arrived.
The inmate was taken to Lancaster General Hospital for further treatment. He remains at the hospital but his current condition is unknown.
Officials say the inmate was admitted to prison on July 11, for multiple drug charges.
The Lancaster City Bureau of Police is investigating the incident.
