Death Investigation - Alvarado Hospital 

July 3, 2023 - San Diego County Sheriff’s Department officials report that on June 26, 2023, Sheriff's Homicide investigators were notified 66-year-old Paul Arthur Heimark, an individual in Sheriff's custody, passed away at Alvarado Hospital around 9:30 p.m. Heimark had medical issues that were identified by Sheriff's medical staff at the time of his booking. He was admitted to the hospital directly after completing the intake process. Heimark had been receiving care at the hospital and was never housed at a detention facility. We extend our sympathies to the Heimark family and those affected by his death. A Sheriff's Family Liaison Officer will support the family as they deal with the loss of their loved one.

The Medical Examiner's Office has completed an autopsy of Mr. Heimark and determined the preliminary cause of death was complications of pneumonia; the manner of death was natural.

To view the previous press release from June 27, 2023, click Here.

As is the protocol for all in-custody deaths, the Sheriff's Homicide Unit will conduct a thorough investigation.

Source: San Diego County Sheriff’s Department