Man dies while in police custody in Rosenberg; investigation underway

(KPRC/2)

ROSENBERG, Texas – A man was found dead while in police custody Saturday morning in Rosenberg.

The incident happened after Rosenberg officers arrested 39-year-old Roberto Velasquez Friday night during an assault investigation.

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Police said they arrested him after it was discovered that Velasquez had an outstanding warrant on a charge of failing to appear in court on suspicion of child neglect.

Valasquez was found unresponsive about 8:14 a.m. during a cell check, police said.

Police said Velasquez was taken to Oak Bend Hospital and was pronounced dead.

The Texas Rangers and the Fort Bend County District Attorney’s Office are investigating the death.

The cause of Velasquez death was not immediately released.


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