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Inmate dies after apparent seizure, deputies say
By NBC affiliate at WOAI News 4 / News4SA (NBC affiliate) — Local
· July 15, 2026
· 1 min read
San Antonio deputies say inmate Jessell Constancio, 49, suffered an apparent seizure in her housing area, stopped breathing, regained a pulse, but died at University Hospital around 10 a.m. She was arrested July 4.
Key takeaway San Antonio deputies say inmate Jessell Constancio, 49, suffered an apparent seizure in her housing area, stopped breathing, regained a pulse, but died at University Hospital around 10 a.
Why this matters in Terrell Hills News
The death of inmate Jessell Constancio raises questions about the medical care and emergency response within the Bexar County jail system. Given that Constancio was able to regain a pulse after initially stopping breathing, the timing and effectiveness of the medical intervention will likely be scrutinized. As the investigation unfolds, Terrell Hills residents should pay close attention to any potential systemic issues that may have contributed to this tragic outcome. The fact that Constancio was arrested just a few days prior to her death, on July 4, may also prompt a review of the booking and intake process to ensure that inmates' medical needs are properly assessed and addressed from the outset. The community will be watching to see how local authorities respond to this incident and what steps they will take to prevent similar tragedies in the future.
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Category: safety ·
Published: July 15, 2026 ·
Source: WOAI News 4 / News4SA (NBC affiliate) — Local ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? San Antonio deputies say inmate Jessell Constancio, 49, suffered an apparent seizure in her housing area, stopped breathing, regained a pulse, but died at University Hospital around 10 a.m. She was arrested July 4.
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