A man has been found dead while in Moose Jaw, Sask., police custody.
Police say they located the 40-year-old inmate’s body Thursday morning in a holding cell despite speaking with officers before his death.
The police report states that officers attempted to resuscitate the man, but he was pronounced dead.
As a result, an investigation into the matter will be conducted by Regina police per request from Moose Jaw police.
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The Corrections, Policing and Public Safety Ministry will appoint an investigation observer, according to the police report.
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