A 33-year-old man, Turrell Clay, died in a hospital hours after being arrested by Phoenix police for an outstanding felony warrant. Clay was armed and climbed onto a roof before surrendering to officers who used 'less lethal force'. A struggle ensued during his arrest, during which Clay reportedly experienced breathing difficulties. He was transported to a hospital and later died.
Authorities are investigating the death of a man who died hours after being arrested by Phoenix police officers.On January 10, Phoenix police officials arrested 33-year-old Turrell Clay for an outstanding felony warrant near 43rd Avenue and Thomas Road.Before the arrest, officers say Clay was armed with a gun and climbed onto the roof of a nearby home. Officers used 'less lethal force' when Clay refused to get down from the roof.
Specific details surrounding the 'struggle' have not been provided.While in custody, Phoenix Fire paramedics were called to assess Clay.After paramedics left the scene, Clay told officers he was having a hard time breathing. Officers then drove Clay to a nearby hospital. The Phoenix Fire Department transported him to a cardiac hospital for advanced care. Clay underwent surgery and did not survive. He was pronounced dead at the hospital.
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