Man dies after having medical emergency while arrested by VB Sheriff's Office

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VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. — VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. — A 34-year-old man died at the hospital after suffering a medical emergency while being arrested and booked into custody by the Virginia Beach Sheriff's Office.

WATCH: VB Sheriff Calls for Investigation After Man in Custody Has Medical Emergency

Investigating incident in which man in VB Sheriff's Office custody had medical emergency

On Monday, Sentara Princess Anne Hospital confirmed to News 3 that the man, Rolin Hill, had died. It's unclear exactly when Hill died, but hospital staff told us Sunday afternoon that he was in the intensive care unit.

The sheriff's office took Hill into custody on the night of Tuesday, June 4, according to a statement released Sunday by Sheriff Rocky Holcomb – before his death.

According to an arrest warrant obtained by News 3, an officer says a manager and an officer told Hill to leave a 7-Eleven, but he refused to leave, although the officers said they offered to let him take him home several times. When an officer told him he was under arrest, Hill “became disorderly,” began fighting with officers and attempted to grab an officer's equipment, the alleges. 'officer.

According to a police update, officers responded to the 7-Eleven around 6:30 p.m. in the 1700 block of Brigands Way. Officers said they spoke with the business owner who wanted to pursue charges, at which point they attempted to arrest Hill.

While Hill was incarcerated at the Virginia Beach Correctional Center, he became “uncooperative and combative,” according to the release, prompting deputies to restrain him “for his safety and that of the officers who arrested him and the deputies of the prison “. Shortly afterward, Hill had a medical emergency, the release said, and was taken to Sentara Princess Anne.

Neither the sheriff's office nor the hospital released details about the nature of Hill's medical emergency.

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VB sheriff calls for investigation after man in custody has medical emergency

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Hill was released from VBSO custody on Wednesday – the day after the incident, the release said. Charges against Hill for trespassing, resisting arrest and disorderly conduct — all misdemeanor offenses — were dismissed, according to online court records.

An investigation into the Sheriff's Office's handling of the situation is currently being conducted by the Office of Professional Standards, according to Sheriff Holcomb. He said he also requested an independent investigation, led by Virginia State Police.

“We are investigating the Rolin Hill incident and are committed to a full and thorough investigation, which is why I have asked the Virginia State Police to conduct an independent review,” Holcomb said in a press release on Sunday. “I cannot comment on the specific facts of the case at this time due to the need to preserve the integrity of the investigation. As always, I am committed to full transparency with the community and I will be open to the conclusions once the investigation is complete.”

A statement from Virginia State Police, shared with News 3 on Monday, confirms they are investigating the incident.

“At the request of Virginia Beach Sheriff Rocky Holcomb, the Virginia State Police Bureau of Criminal Investigation Chesapeake Field Office is investigating the arrest and detention process, June 4, 2024 , of Rolin G. Hill, 34, at the Virginia Beach Correctional Center The investigation is still ongoing. Once the investigation is completed, State Police will forward their findings to the Commonwealth's Attorney for final review and decision. .

Virginia Beach Commonwealth's Attorney Colin Stolle's office also shared a statement on the incident:

“First, we would like to extend our sincere condolences to the Hill family for the loss of Rolin Hill. The Commonwealth Attorney's Office is aware of the incident involving Mr. Hill and understands that the State Police of Virginia is investigating his death. As a conclusion to their investigation, the Commonwealth's Attorney's Office will conduct a review to determine whether criminal charges are appropriate. We are prohibited from discussing ongoing investigations and prosecutions, but will provide an update at the appropriate time. “

We have a team following this story today. Stay with News 3 for updates.