El Paso County Pays $2.5M to Settle Lawsuit over Man Allegedly Denied Medical Care Before Dying in Jail

El Paso County pays $2.5M to settle lawsuit over man allegedly denied medical care before dying in jail

EL PASO COUNTY, Colo. (KRDO) – El Paso County has paid $2.5 million to settle a lawsuit filed by the family of a Colorado Springs man who bled to death from a untreated perforated ulcer while in the El Paso County Jail, in a suit alleging medical neglect. In April 2022, 48-year-old Cristo Canett was taken to the El Paso County Jail while awaiting medical treatment at a Colorado Springs emergency room, where he had been twice in two weeks for sev…

Family of man who died in jail wins $2.5M settlement against El Paso County

The El Paso County Sheriff's Office has reached a $2.5 million settlement with the family of a man who bled to death from a perforated ulcer while in jail without receiving any treatment.

EPSO settles with estate over inmates' death

(EL PASO COUNTY, Colo.) — The El Paso County Sheriff's Office (EPSO) reached a settlement agreement with the Estate of Cristo J. Canett for $2.5 million after Canett died in custody in 2022. According to EPSO, on April 26, 2022, Canett, an inmate at the El Paso County Jail, was found unresponsive in his cell. Deputies, jail medical staff, American Medical Response (AMR), and the Colorado Springs Fire Department attempted life-saving efforts but …

El Paso County pays $2.5 million to settle wrongful-death lawsuit

El Paso County paid $2.5 million to settle a lawsuit over 48-year-old Cristo Canett's death in the county jail three years ago, attorneys for his family announced Wednesday.

What Families Can Expect During Wrongful Death Claims

When a loved one dies due to someone else’s negligence or wrongful conduct, families can face overwhelming emotions and challenges. The legal process that follows can be equally daunting. Understanding what a wrongful death claim entails helps families navigate their options during a particularly challenging time. While each case is different, there are common aspects families should be aware of as they seek justice and compensation for their lo…