Kentucky State Police is investigating after a 29-year-old man died immediately after being taken into custody by the Covington Police Department.
Authorities said the death happened Tuesday morning during a traffic stop involving four occupants. At some point, officers arrested 29-year-old Robert Ennis, of Cincinnati.
The circumstances surrounding Ennis’ death remain unclear. But according to WNKY.com, at one point an officer told dispatchers, “He shoved a bunch of white powder in his mouth and he’s choking on it.”
State police is emphasizing that no firearms were discharged during the incident.
By Ken Howlett, News Director
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