Pleasant Prairie police did not immediately expand on what occurred, saying that no further information would be made available on Thursday.
Police said shortly before 4 p.m., while the two officers were in the squad with the man near the entrance to the jail, they heard a gunshot from the back seat.
It is believed that the man shot himself with a concealed weapon that police said was not located during an initial search.Pleasant Prairie"Our thoughts are with all law enforcement personnel involved with this incident and the decedent’s family during this tragic time. We wish to thank the public for their continued support, and we ask for your patience and understanding while this matter is under investigation."All the news you need to know, every day
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