The cause of death of Daniel Pentkwoski on January 25, 2025, at Bexar County Jail in San Antonio, Texas, is listed as “pending autopsy results.” It also shows “unknown whether decedent sustained a fatal injury.” He died in the law enforcement facility booking center two days after he entered the jail.

Juan Carlos Guerrero Dies of Suicide at Bexar County Jail

Juan Carlos Guerrero had been incarcerated for just shy of a month when he was found hanging by his neck from a sheet tied around his neck. The other end was secured to the top bunk. There was no pulse found, and a Code 1 Blue was called. It was an indication that emergency medical assistance was required.    

The deputy who found him did chest compressions until medical staff arrived. Lifesaving measures continue for Mr. Guerrero as he was transported by ambulance to the Downtown Baptist Emergency Room. There, it was discovered that he had succumbed to his injuries and he was pronounced deceased on November 2, 2022.  

One of the things known about suicides is that anyone may commit suicide at any time when a person is behind bars. It is also known that supervision is the greatest deterrent against suicide.

Learn more in Part 1, Part 2, and Part 3 of this continuing series.   

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