Ackerman was incarcerated on pending charges of 2nd degree assault and 3rd malicious mischief, both domestic violence cases.   He was housed in POD 2B, an administrative segregation area of the jail, due to violence toward staff and inmates. At approximately 4:45 PM, during a meal service Ackerman was found hanging from the fire alarm in the cell. Ackerman used his jail clothing to tie around his neck and then to the fire alarm in the ceiling of the cell. CPR was initiated immediately by CCRJC Jail Staff.  Wenatchee Fire and Rescue and Lifeline Ambulance assisted with CPR, but were unable to revive Ackerman. 

Chelan County Sheriff’s Office detectives responded, as well as Chelan County Coroner Wayne Harris, to conduct an investigation into the death.  Next of kin have not been notified.

The investigation into this tragedy continues and additional investigative questions or concerns should be directed to Lieutenant Jerry Moore at 509-667-6840.