Death by Cop 2021-2025
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Perry Gene Eaves Jr.
Gender : Male
Age : 42
Race : White
Date : 05/29/2023
Location : St. Francis County Jail, 313 South Izard Street
City : Forrest City
County : St. Francis
State : Arkansas
Agency :
Officer(s) :
Cause of Death : Unknown
Event : Found dead in jail
OPEN RECORDS SUMMARY :
On May 29, 2023, Perry Gene Eaves Jr., a 42-year-old detainee at St. Francis County Jail in Forrest City, Arkansas, was found unresponsive in his cell approximately one hour after being detained. Earlier that day, Eaves sought medical care at the Forrest City Medical Center but was turned away. Refusing to leave the hospital due to severe distress and fear for his life, Eaves was arrested by Forrest City Police officers for trespassing.
Body camera footage revealed Eaves pleading for his life, repeatedly stating, “I am not trying to disobey… Let me live,” and “Please don’t let me die.” Despite visibly bleeding from his mouth, officers reassured him that he would "be fine" and dismissed his pleas, saying, “You’re a dumb***,” while laughing. Eaves retched, vomited, and begged to return to the hospital, stating, “I’m bleeding to death. Please help me live.” Instead, he was handcuffed, carried to a patrol car, and transported to the jail.
An attorney for Eaves’ family revealed that Eaves was dehydrated, became hypovolemic, and suffered a heart attack. Eaves’ family has filed a lawsuit against the St. Francis County Jail, alleging negligence and mistreatment. It remains unclear why Eaves was bleeding profusely, and the lack of immediate medical attention has raised serious questions about the actions of the officers involved.
