Crime & Safety

Morris County Jail Inmate Found Dead in Cell

Preliminary investigation shows man had a pre-existing condition, report says.

CORRECTION: This story has been updated with the correct charge.

A Morris County Jail inmate was pronounced dead in his cell Thursday morning.

The inmate, Charles Petrock, Jr. of Marcus Hook, Pennsylvania, apparently died from a pre-existing medical condition, nj.com reported.

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Petrock was lodged in the jail on a charge of operating during license suspension, second violation, according to nj.com. Bail had been set at $10,000 with a 10 percent option.

The jail is located in Morris Township.

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