It’s always heartbreaking when someone loses their life unexpectedly. Recently, an inmate at the Bernalillo County Metropolitan Detention Center (MDC) in New Mexico passed away despite quick and serious life-saving efforts. Here’s a full look at what happened.
Who Was the Inmate?
The inmate has been identified as Steven Gurule, a 33-year-old man born on November 16, 1991. Gurule had been at MDC since January 23, 2024, where he was being held on a pretrial detention hold, meaning he was waiting for his trial to begin.
What Happened on the Day of the Incident?
On Friday morning, around 8:16 a.m., security staff at MDC found Gurule unresponsive. Immediately, they raised an emergency alert, and both MDC staff and the medical team from UNM Hospital rushed to help. They tried hard to revive him using different life-saving techniques. Sadly, despite all their efforts, Gurule was declared dead at around 8:41 a.m. by the medical team.
Who Is Investigating the Incident?
Following the incident, the Bernalillo County Sheriff’s Office (BCSO) was called to the scene. As per usual rules, the event is being carefully investigated by both the MDC Office of Professional Standards and the BCSO.
What Happens Next?
To understand exactly how Gurule died, the New Mexico Office of the Medical Investigator will perform a detailed examination. They will announce the official cause of death after their investigation is completed. Gurule’s next of kin has already been informed about the tragic loss.
This incident at the Bernalillo County Metropolitan Detention Center is a sad reminder of the critical importance of safety and health inside detention facilities. While the staff and medical team responded swiftly, sometimes life cannot be saved despite all best efforts. As the investigation moves forward, more information will be shared about the circumstances around Steven Gurule’s death. The authorities are making sure that all procedures are properly followed to find the truth behind this unfortunate event.
