GBI agents are investigating the death of David Woodward, a 32-year-old inmate at the Houston County Sheriff’s Office Detention Center. A Perry native, Woodward had been booked at the facility for only a few hours when he collapsed in his cell around 1:00 p.m. Despite immediate medical attention and hospitalization, he was pronounced dead.
According to the Georgia Bureau of Investigation press release, an autopsy on David Woodward was conducted at the GBI Medical Examiner’s Office to determine the cause of death. The Georgia Bureau of Investigation (GBI) has taken over the case to conduct an independent investigation, ensuring transparency and thoroughness. This approach helps maintain public confidence by preventing the sheriff’s office from investigating itself.
The Georgia Bureau of Investigation is seeking information from the public regarding David Woodward's final moments. They encourage anyone with knowledge to contact the GBI Regional Investigative Office in Perry at 478-987-4545, submit tips online, or use the mobile app See Something, Send Something for anonymous reporting.
The case remains open as the Houston Judicial Circuit District Attorney’s Office awaits the GBI's findings. They will carefully review the investigation once it's completed, which will be crucial for the next steps.
