HAYS COUNTY, Texas – An inmate being held at the Hays County Jail has died after suffering a medical emergency, according to the Hays County Sheriff’s Office.
The incident happened around 4:58 p.m. Tuesday when James Warren Knight, 41, from Dripping Springs, had an unexpected medical emergency.
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He was evaluated by jail officials before being taken to an area hospital. Despite lifesaving efforts from hospital staff, Knight died around 5:59 a.m. Wednesday.
Authorities don’t suspect foul play, but autopsy results for Knight are still pending.
Knight was being held in the jail on multiple charges, which include the following:
- Resisting arrest/search or transport -- a Class A misdemeanor
- Unlawful carrying of a weapon -- a Class A misdemeanor
- Criminal mischief -- a Class B misdemeanor
- Aggravated assault with a deadly weapon -- a second-degree felony
- Violation of protective order -- Class A misdemeanor
- Tampering with ID number -- Class A misdemeanor
- Charge out of Austin for possession of child pornography -- a third-degree felony
The incident is under investigation by Texas Rangers. Further details are limited.