Concord man dies in Merrimack County jail
Dec. 18—A 25-year-old Concord man died while in custody of Merrimack County Department of Corrections.
Christopher Cronan was found unresponsive in his cell on Dec. 12, according to a news release. Correctional officers and medical staff administered emergency aid.
He was brought to Concord Hospital where he later died, according to the news release.
Cronan was arrested by Concord police on Dec. 8 and was assigned to the quarantine unit for the first 10 days of his detention after a screening of his physical and mental health.
"Our goal is to provide persons residing in the Department of Corrections with a safe and secure environment. Our staff takes their responsibilities very seriously. It is tragic whenever a situation like this occurs," Superintendent Travis Cushman said in a statement. "Merrimack County expresses our condolences to Mr. Cronan's family during this time."
