The custodial death report (CDR) about 42-year-old Tobe Lee Fluty, Jr. was filed by the Randall County Sheriff’s Department in Amarillo, Texas, on February 17, 2023. The summary of how Mr. Fluty’s death occurred is detailed and begins with events that occurred on January 22, 2023. This was two days before he died. Mr. Fluty reported to jailers that he was experiencing possible heart problems and had chest pains. He was transported by ambulance to Northwest Texas Hospital. Tests were run and he was cleared to return to the jail the same day.

What is Peritonitis?

Peritonitis is a condition in which the lining of the abdomen becomes inflamed. The parts of the body affected are between the chest and the pelvis. The condition is caused by a fungal or bacterial infection. There are two types of peritonitis, as follows:

• Spontaneous bacterial peritonitis is an infection caused by bacteria. This type of peritonitis occurs when an individual has a liver disease, such as kidney disease or cirrhosis.
• Secondary peritonitis can occur as a result of a hole or rupture inside of an organ in the abdomen or other health problems.

It is critical for a person to get treatment for peritonitis quickly. With rapid treatment, medical professionals can clear out the infection and treat any other health conditions that may be causing it. Antibiotics are usually used to treat peritonitis. Without treatment, a serious infection could spread throughout the body and result in death.

Learn more in Part 1 and continuing posts on this series.

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