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Officer Failed to Act as Man Died in Custody | Adelaide News
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A 25-year-old man, Hugo Diaz Knox, died in police custody after overdosing on cocaine — but the real controversy centers on one officer’s failure to act when he had a seizure. Despite being observed by Senior Constable Cameron Smith, who watched the seizure unfold for 20 seconds, no help was called until another officer noticed blood on his nose. By then, it was too late — paramedics found him unresponsive. The coroner called the officer’s inaction “extremely concerning” and recommended an investigation into his conduct, plus a review of custody procedures to prevent future tragedies.
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