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Suspect dies in Jamestown police custody

The investigation continues into the death of a man who was being held by Jamestown Police. The Erie County Medical Examiner's office will conduct an autopsy Monday morning to determine the cause of death of 30-year-old Charles Baker.

According to The Buffalo News, Baker died in custody two hours after police used a Taser stun gun to subdue him.

Baker was arrested following a traffic stop on Saturday, though police have provided few details regarding his arrest.