Mason Yancy Dies in a Tarrant County Jail Cell

Mason Andrew Yancy was booked into Tarrant County Jail on December 24, 2024. The Tarrant County Sheriff’s Department filed a custodial death report (CDR) about Mr. Yancy on January 3, 2025. The CDR reveals that on December 27, 2024, Mr. Yancy was pronounced deceased inside cell 3 housing unit 61B in the Fort Worth, Texas jail. Tragically, the 31-year-old detainee had suffered a medical episode. His cause of death is unknown and awaiting autopsy results.

When Mr. Yancy entered the jail, the intake officer indicated that he exhibited mental and medical health problems. As to whether Mr. Yancy appeared intoxicated by alcohol or drugs, the answer is “unknown.” The CDR also shows that Mr. Yancy received medical treatment for the medical condition that caused his death while in the jail at 100 N Lamar St, Fort Worth, TX 76196.

Tarrant County Jail Deaths Spark a Community Rally

In recent times, there have been numerous news stories about allegedly preventable custodial deaths among Tarrant County Jail inmates. Records show that nine detainees died in the custody of the Fort Worth jail in 2024 alone. These fatalities have sparked action among community activists. A rally is planned for January 14, 2025. The purpose is to bring awareness to the custodial deaths and the need for a policy and procedure review at Tarrant County Jail.

According to investigative news sources, the following is additional information about the most recent decedent:

He revealed a lengthy history of health issues during the medical interview portion of the booking process.
He was placed on a detox protocol.
He was scheduled for a mental and medical health evaluation.
He was allegedly denied his diabetic medication, after which he suffered the medical emergency that was followed by his death.

A 44-Year-Old Inmate at Tarrant County Jail Dies of Fentanyl and Trazodone Toxicity

In April 2023, a 44-year-old man was booked into Tarrant County Jail on a murder charge. During intake, he appeared to be intoxicated by drugs or alcohol. Eight months later, at 10:55 AM on January 9, 2024, he was discovered unresponsive in his cell, 59B 39. The next statement in the CDR says the inmate was pronounced deceased at 11:17 AM. Autopsy results showed that his death was an accident caused by “fentanyl and trazodone toxicity.” Jails have a responsibility to prevent inmates from obtaining contraband. Hence, this custodial death was preventable.

Are You Possibly a Victim of Jail Neglect?

Jail personnel have a duty to safeguard the health and well-being of those in their custody. If you were detained in a Texas jail and suffered severe, life-altering injuries due to inadequate medical care or some other type of jail abuse or neglect, consider contacting the Law Offices of Dean Malone. With extensive experience advocating for inmates’ rights, we are ready to assist.

If you’ve lost a loved one in a Texas jail and suspect their death was caused by neglect, such as a lack of proper medical attention, we may be able to help. Our skilled team is dedicated to handling cases involving jail-related deaths, including custodial suicides.

We are available 24/7. Contact us by phone, text, or through our online form to discuss your case.

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