A female inmate, Melissa Marie Trayer, 53, was found dead in her cell at Cumberland County Prison last Friday (January 2). According to county officials, Trayer was discovered unresponsive at 2:50 p.m., and despite immediate life-saving efforts, she was pronounced dead at 3:30 p.m. Trayer had been in custody for a week on drug-related charges.
Authorities have scheduled an autopsy to determine the cause and manner of her death. The investigation is ongoing, and officials have not yet released further details. Trayer's death marks a concerning incident within the prison system, prompting an examination of the circumstances surrounding her passing.
The Cumberland County Prison has not disclosed any additional information regarding the events leading up to Trayer's death. As reported by CBS 21, updates will be provided as more information becomes available.