Authorities Investigating Death of Inmate at Iberia Parish Jail

NEW IBERIA, La. (KPEL-FM) - Authorities are investigating after an inmate at the Iberia Parish Jail was found dead over the weekend.

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Who Was the Inmate?

The inmate, identified as 49-year-old James Moore of Tupelo, Mississippi, was found unresponsive in the shower area of the facility on Saturday, November 1, 2025.

Inmate Died at Local Hospital

He was transported to a local hospital, but was later pronounced deceased.

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The incident is being investigated by the Iberia Parish Sheriff's Office Bureau of Investigations.

Ongoing Investigation by Iberia Parish Authorities

No other information has been released at this time.

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