DATE/TIME: December 9, 2024 / 5:24 a.m.
INCIDENT: In-Custody Death Investigation
LOCATION: West Valley Detention Center, 9500 Etiwanda Avenue, Rancho Cucamonga, CA
DECEDENT: Brandon Charles, 45-years-old, Resident of Victorville
SUMMARY:
On Thursday, December 5, 2024, at about 10:30 a.m., inmate Brandon Charles reported to jail medical personnel he was not feeling well. After being evaluated, Charles was transported to a hospital for ongoing treatment of a serious medical condition.
Charles remained hospitalized until Monday, December 9, 2024, when his health deteriorated and was pronounced deceased. Charles was transported to the Riverside County Coroner’s Office where an autopsy will be performed.
The Sheriff’s Specialized Investigations Division responded and began an investigation.
Charles was arrested by the San Bernardino Police Department on April 20, 2024, and was booked in to jail for possession of drugs and a firearm. During the initial medical screening, it was noted Charles suffered from a serious medical condition. Charles received medical care throughout his incarceration.
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 wetip.com.
Refer: Sergeant Mooradian or Detective Levi Kerr
Station: Specialized Investigations Division
Phone No. 909-890-4904
Case No. DR# 342401963 H# 2024-130
SHANNON D. DICUS, Sheriff-Coroner
San Bernardino County Sheriff-Coroner Department
