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Central Florida Sheriff Investigating After Inmate Dies in Cell

A 28-year-old central Florida woman died in her jail cell after being arrested during a prostitution sting.

Volusia County Sheriff's officials say they're waiting for toxicology results to determine what caused April Brogan's death on May 1.

But family members tell The Daytona Beach News-Journal they believe Brogan didn't get the care she needed as a known drug addict. A Volusia County official says they are reviewing the incident but believe that proper protocols were followed.

Brogan was arrested April 29 and charged with aiding/abetting/committing prostitution.

Reports indicate a cellmate told investigators Brogan complained of being ``dope sick.'' Two days later, she started vomiting and foaming at the mouth.

Mary Killgore of Rockledge says her niece should have been taken to a detox center because of her drug problem.

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