Man dies in police custody in south Alabama after being given Narcan

ALEA investigating incident in Monroeville, Alabama

Apr. 1, 2026 at 12:19am

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The Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA) is investigating the death of a 35-year-old man, Ammarin Tunstall, who died while in the custody of the Monroeville Police Department. According to ALEA, Tunstall became unresponsive during the encounter and was given Narcan, a medication used to revive someone during an opioid overdose, before being transported to a local hospital where he was later pronounced deceased.

Why it matters

This incident raises questions about police procedures and the use of force when dealing with individuals potentially experiencing a medical emergency. The investigation by ALEA will aim to determine the exact circumstances surrounding Tunstall's death while in police custody.

The details

Monroeville Police Department arrested Ammarin Tunstall on Monday, but during the encounter he became unresponsive. Officers administered Narcan, a nasal spray medication used to revive someone during an opioid overdose, before transporting Tunstall to a local hospital where he was later pronounced deceased. ALEA's State Bureau of Investigation has opened an investigation into the incident, and the findings will be turned over to the Monroe County District Attorney's Office.

  • Tunstall was arrested by Monroeville Police on Monday.

The players

Ammarin Tunstall

A 35-year-old man who died while in the custody of the Monroeville Police Department.

Monroeville Police Department

The law enforcement agency that arrested Tunstall and administered Narcan before he was transported to the hospital.

Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA)

The state agency that is investigating the incident and will turn over its findings to the Monroe County District Attorney's Office.

Monroe County District Attorney's Office

The local prosecutor's office that will receive the findings of ALEA's investigation.

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What’s next

ALEA's State Bureau of Investigation will continue its investigation into the incident, and the findings will be turned over to the Monroe County District Attorney's Office.

The takeaway

This tragic incident highlights the need for thorough investigations and transparency when it comes to police encounters that result in a death. The community will be watching closely as the investigation unfolds to understand the full circumstances surrounding Tunstall's death.