DATE/TIME: December 19, 2023/1:09 a.m.
INCIDENT: In-Custody Death Investigation
LOCATION: West Valley Detention Center
DECEDENT(S): Dianna Newton, 34-years-old, Resident of Yucca Valley
SUMMARY:
On Tuesday, December 19, 2023, at 1:09 a.m., deputies at the West Valley Detention Center discovered a female inmate, identified as Dianna Newton, unresponsive in her cell. Jail medical staff attempted lifesaving measures until the Rancho Cucamonga Fire Department arrived. Newton was transported by AMR to the hospital and was pronounced deceased at 2:32 a.m.
The Sheriff’s Specialized Investigations Division also responded and assumed the investigation.
Newton was arrested on October 28, 2023, in the Morongo Basin for arson. Upon her initial booking, it was discovered she suffered from multiple serious medical issues. She remained in custody and received medical treatment throughout her incarceration. An autopsy will be conducted to determine a cause of death.
This investigation is ongoing, and no further details are available for release.
Anyone with information regarding this case is urged to contact the Specialized Investigations Division at 909-890-4904. Callers wishing to remain anonymous should contact We-Tip at 1-800-78-CRIME (27463) or go to www.wetip.com.
Refer: Deputy C. Lopez
Station: Specialized Investigations Division
Phone No. 909-890-4904
Case No. H# 2023-136 DR# 602300102
SHANNON D. DICUS, Sheriff-Coroner
San Bernardino County Sheriff-Coroner Department
