Troy Michael Smith, a 51-year-old Columbia County inmate with a history of medical issues, died this week at the jail.
Sheriff’s Capt. Steve Morris said Smith had a history of seizures and his death is related to his poor health. An autopsy showed the inmate died of natural causes, Capt. Morris said.
“It appears he died in his sleep,” he said.
Smith has been in the jail since March 29, when he was booked on charges of habitual violator, marijuana possession and failure to maintain lane.
Earlier this month, the suspect filed an appeal for a speedy trial.