“At around 6:50am, the woman was located unresponsive in her cell. Police immediately notified St John, officers also provided medical assistance”, said Superintendent Tony Hill.
“Sadly, attempts to revive the woman were unsuccessful.
“Police are making enquiries into the circumstances of the death, which will be referred to the Coroner and the Independent Police Conduct Authority (IPCA).”
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