On April 30, 2025, deputies at the West Valley Detention Center discovered Jabari Betts experiencing a medical emergency in his cell. Medical staff from the jail and personnel from the Rancho Cucamonga Fire Department responded as Betts’ condition worsened. Despite efforts to resuscitate him with CPR, Betts was transported to a hospital for treatment of a pre-existing medical issue.
Betts, aged 47 and identified as transient from Victorville, was pronounced dead on May 1, 2025, at approximately 5:34 a.m. The Sheriff’s Specialized Investigations Division has taken over the investigation into his death.
Previously, Betts had been arrested on April 24, 2025, at the Victor Valley Global Medical Center after allegedly threatening security staff. Deputies ensured he received medical clearance before booking him into custody.
Authorities are seeking information related to this incident. Individuals with relevant details are encouraged to contact the Specialized Investigations Division at 909-890-4904. Anonymous tips can be submitted via We-Tip by calling 1-800-78-CRIME (27463) or visiting wetip.com.
Detective S. Crowl is handling the case under reference number H2025-029 DR#342501302.
Sheriff-Coroner Shannon D. Dicus of the San Bernardino County Sheriff-Coroner Department provided these details.
