Investigation into Deaths at Cook County Jail Reveals Disturbing Lack of Supervision and Oversight
CHICAGO, ILLINOIS – More than a year after Daniel Colon’s tragic death at the Cook County Jail, his family continues to mourn the loss of a loved one who died under distressing circumstances. Colon’s story highlights the systemic issues of inadequate supervision and medical care present in the county jail, where 18 individuals lost their lives in 2023, the highest number of deaths since 2013. This troubling trend raises concerns about the lack of oversight …