Angelina County Jail Inmate Michael Stolich Dies in 36 Hours
Michael Allen Stolich was booked into Angelina County Jail at 11:06 PM on July 21, 2024. Tragically, Mr. Stolich died approximately 36 hours later. He was only 46 years old, and he had been housed in a detox cell. The Angelina County Sheriff’s Office under the direction of Constable Thomas Selman promptly filed a custodial death report (CDR) about Mr. Stolich on July 26, 2024.
Mr. Stolich was arrested on an alcohol/drug offense, and the intake officer indicated that he appeared to be intoxicated at the time he entered the jail. The CDR shows that the means of death of Mr. Stolich was a drug overdose, though the results of an autopsy are pending.
The address of Angelina County Jail where Mr. Stolich was incarcerated is 2311 E. Lufkin Ave., Lufkin TX 75901.
Allegedly Intoxicated from Methamphetamine
In the summary of how Mr. Stolich’s death occurred, it is alleged that he was intoxicated by methamphetamine. After the completion of the intake process at Angelina County Jail, Mr. Stolich was placed in a detox cell. For the next 36 hours, he remained in that cell. He was observed fidgeting, often lying down, and also moving around. Mr. Stolich exhibited unusual behavior, such as having hallucinations and “tweaking” the entire time he was in the jail.
On the morning of July 23, 2024, before Mr. Stolich died, a nurse saw him and was able to communicate somewhat coherently. He was under observation every 10 minutes, which is the jail’s protocol for detox cells. At 11:19 AM, an officer discovered that he was lying on his stomach in what appeared to be an odd position. Lifesaving measures began, which included a nurse administering Naloxone (Narcan) to Mr. Stolich. An automated external defibrillator (AED) was also used, but it failed to restore a pulse. A detailed account of the efforts to revive Mr. Stolich includes him being transported by ambulance to a local hospital. There, he was pronounced deceased at 11:45 AM.
What is Meant by “Tweaking”?
Officers wrote about tweaking in the CDR about Mr. Stolich, which implies they are familiar with the term. It basically means that an individual is demonstrating that he or she is experiencing a critical phase in the cycle of stimulants such as methamphetamine or amphetamine. Among the distinct behavioral patterns associated with tweaking are:
• Heightened agitation, restlessness, and exhibiting extreme energy levels.
• Eventually, a person becomes utterly exhausted, despite previous evidence of boundless energy.
If a person who is overdosing on methamphetamine is administered Narcan early enough, it will usually save their life.
Seeking Justice for Deaths Due to Jail Neglect
Incarceration does not strip individuals of their civil rights. If you believe your loved one passed away in a Texas jail due to medical neglect, reach out to the Law Offices of Dean Malone immediately. As part of our commitment to fight for justice, we have a devoted team focused on cases involving custodial deaths. We also advocate for former detainees who have sustained life-altering injuries while in jail. Contact us any time via phone, text, or through our online form. We are dedicated to inmates’ basic human rights and respond 24/7.
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