An inmate died in the Galveston County Jail after being tased by deputies, sparking outrage among community activists and prompting calls for an investigation.
Another inmate death in the Galveston County Jail has sparked outrage among community activists. 39-year-old Saul Vargas was found dead in his cell after being tased by deputies. Now, his family is demanding answers. "I need him back. Why did it have to end like this?" said Candelaria Palazios, Vargas's wife.
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