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Las Vegas, Nevada – A recent federal lawsuit alleges that Fernando Martinez Jr. died while incarcerated at the Clark County Detention Center due to inadequate medical treatment. The lawsuit, filed on behalf of Martinez’s mother, Sonia Esparza, claims that jail staff failed to provide proper care for Martinez’s mental health and physical well-being. Martinez, who had been diagnosed with schizophrenia, lost 64 pounds over a span of 77 days before his death. The lawsuit argues that jail staff were aware of Martinez’s condition and history of deteriorating mental health, yet failed to address his needs. … Read more