The GBI was called in to investigate after an inmate at the Floyd County Jail was found unresponsive and passed away.

The Floyd County Sheriff’s Office released the following statement on Saturday:
On January 7, 2022 shortly after 1100 PM, jail staff discovered an David Lee Daniel, 55 year old male, unresponsive in his cell. Jail staff initiated lifesaving efforts and he was transported to a local hospital. Ultimately, jail staff and hospital personnel were unsuccessful in their lifesaving efforts and Mr. Daniel was declared deceased.
As standard procedure, the GBI has been contacted to conduct an investigation. Mr. Daniel will have an autopsy conducted at the GBI Crime Lab to determine the cause of death.
The Floyd County Sheriff’s Office is fully cooperating with the GBI’s investigation.