Overview
A 29-year-old inmate at La Salle County Jail, Timothy Sellers, died after being found unresponsive in his cell from apparent self-asphyxiation. Authorities initiated lifesaving efforts and Sellers was transported to a hospital, where he died several days later. The Illinois State Police are investigating the incident.
Incident Details
- Timothy Sellers, an inmate at La Salle County Jail, was found unresponsive in his cell just before midnight last Thursday.
- Jail staff were performing routine cell checks when Sellers was discovered.
- The apparent cause was self-asphyxiation.
- Lifesaving measures were started immediately by jail employees.
- Sellers was airlifted to a hospital for further treatment.
- He was pronounced dead on the following Monday afternoon.
Background on Inmate
- Sellers had been held in jail since early June on arson charges.
- He was accused of starting a house fire on North Everett Street in Streator that resulted in the deaths of two cats.
- At least one other person was present in the house during the alleged arson.
Investigation and Response
- The Illinois State Police were called in to investigate the circumstances of Sellers' death.
Questions / Follow-Ups
- Are there any findings or updates from the Illinois State Police investigation?
- Were there any prior indications of self-harm risk for Sellers?
- What changes, if any, will be made to jail procedures following this incident?