Actions

Inmate hospitalized after attempted suicide at Chesterfield County Jail

Posted at 11:40 PM, Nov 11, 2017
and last updated 2017-11-11 23:47:40-05

CHESTERFIELD COUNTY, Va. — A 28-year-old man is in critical condition after a failed suicide attempt at the Chesterfield County Jail Saturday.

Capt. Donald W. Huff with the Chesterfield County Sheriff’s Office said deputies discovered Joseph Lecato III with a sheet tied around his neck in his cell.

“Deputies immediately cut Lecato down and administered first aid,” Huff said.

Chesterfield Fire and EMS crews responded and Lecato was transported to an area hospital where was in critical condition at last check.

Lecato is being held on a secured bond for burglary, petty larceny and vandalism charges.

This is a developing story, so anyone with more information can submit a news tip here.

CBS6-News-at-4pm-and-Jennifer-Hudson-480x360.jpg

Entertainment

Watch 'The Jennifer Hudson Show' weekdays at 3 p.m. on CBS 6!

📱 Download CBS 6 News App
The app features breaking news alerts, live video, weather radar, traffic incidents, closings and delays and more.