DATE/TIME: December 16, 2023
INCIDENT: In-Custody Death Investigation
LOCATION: Arrowhead Regional Medical Center
DECEDENT: Gustavo Ramirez, 73-years-old, Resident of Rialto
SUMMARY:
On Saturday, December 2, 2023, at about 2:00 a.m., an inmate at the West Valley Detention Center, identified as Gustavo Ramirez, was released from the hospital after he was transported the day prior for injuries sustained during a fall inside his cell. About an hour after being discharged, Ramirez was transported back to the hospital for further treatment and was admitted into the hospital. Ramirez suffered from multiple pre-existing health problems and his condition continued to worsen. He remained hospitalized over the next two weeks.
On Saturday, December 16, 2023, at about 1:00 a.m., Ramirez went into cardiac arrest at the hospital. Despite lifesaving measures, Ramirez was pronounced deceased at 1:47 a.m. An autopsy will be performed to determine the cause of death.
The Sheriff’s Specialized Investigations Division responded and assumed the investigation.
Ramirez was arrested on May 21, 2018, by the Rialto Police Department for sexual assault related charges and remained in custody until his death.
Anyone with information related to this case is urged to contact the Specialized Investigations Division at 909-890-4904. Callers wishing to remain anonymous should call We-Tip at 1-800-78-CRIME (27463) or go to www.wetip.com.
Refer: Det. T. Kleveno
Station: Specialized Investigations Division
Phone No. 909-890-4904
Case No. H# 2023-134 DR# 602300101
SHANNON D. DICUS, Sheriff-Coroner
San Bernardino County Sheriff-Coroner Department
