Identity of Mesa County inmate found dead in cell released

55-year-old Jean Treadwell from Parachute was the woman found deceased in her jail cell

Published on Feb. 25, 2026

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The Mesa County Coroner's Office has released the identity of the woman found dead in her jail cell earlier this week. 55-year-old Jean Treadwell, a resident of Parachute, Colorado, was the individual discovered deceased. An autopsy has been completed, but the cause of death remains under investigation as officials await additional test results.

Why it matters

The death of an inmate in custody raises concerns about jail safety and protocols, as well as the need for thorough investigations to determine the cause and circumstances surrounding such incidents.

The details

According to the coroner's office, Jean Treadwell was found deceased in her jail cell on Tuesday morning. The autopsy revealed no injuries that contributed to her death, but the official cause is still pending further studies.

  • Treadwell was found deceased in her jail cell on Tuesday morning.

The players

Jean Treadwell

A 55-year-old woman from Parachute, Colorado who was found deceased in her Mesa County jail cell.

Mesa County Coroner's Office

The office responsible for investigating Treadwell's death and releasing her identity.

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What’s next

The coroner's office is awaiting the results of additional studies to determine the official cause of Jean Treadwell's death.

The takeaway

This incident highlights the need for thorough investigations and transparency around in-custody deaths to ensure the safety and well-being of all incarcerated individuals.