El Centro, California - Yesterday, an Imperial County Jail inmate identified as 20 year old Jonathan Manuel Munoz was found unresponsive in his cell. Immediate medical attention was provided and inmate Munoz was subsequently transported to the El Centro Regional Medical Center for treatment.
Corrections staff learned of Munoz' condition at about 8:30 p.m. during an inner security check of the module that housed him.
Based on evidence and interviews of witnesses, Sheriff's Investigators concluded that Munoz attempted suicide. Inmate Munoz was released from the El Centro Regional Medical Center at about 11:55 p.m. after receiving treatment for self inflicted injuries.