ORANGE, Calif. (Aug. 12, 2025) – On Tuesday, August 12, 2025, an inmate who was housed at the Theo Lacy Facility in Orange died.
The 60-year-old inmate, David N. Alcazar, was booked by the Huntington Beach Police Department on August 9, 2025, for PC 422 Criminal Threats, PC 646.9(a) Stalking and PC 594(b)(2)(A) Vandalism.
On Tuesday, August 12, 2025, Alcazar was found on the first floor of a barracks suffering from injuries from an apparent suicide attempt. Deputies and correctional medical staff attempted life-saving measures. The inmate was transported via ambulance to a local area hospital, where he was pronounced deceased. A final cause of death will be determined following an independent autopsy and toxicology.
The Orange County District Attorney’s Office will investigate the in-custody death. The Orange County Sheriff’s Department will conduct an in-custody death review. No additional information will be released at this time.
The City of Huntington Beach posts their arrest log online.
Had Alcazar lived he would have faced these penalties:
1. PC 422 – Criminal Threats
This is a wobbler offense, meaning it can be charged as either a misdemeanor or a felony depending on the circumstances.
- Misdemeanor Penalties:
- Up to 1 year in county jail
- Fine up to $1,000
- Felony Penalties:
- 16 months, 2 years, or 3 years in state prison
- Fine up to $10,000
- An additional 1 year may be added if a dangerous weapon was involved
2. PC 646.9(a) – Stalking
Also a wobbler, with enhanced penalties if a restraining order was violated or if there are prior convictions.
- Misdemeanor Penalties:
- Up to 1 year in county jail
- Fine up to $1,000
- Summary probation
- Felony Penalties:
- Up to 5 years in state prison
- Formal probation
- Possible sex offender registration if ordered by the court
3. PC 594(b)(2)(A) – Vandalism (Damage under $400)
This is typically charged as a misdemeanor unless there are prior convictions or aggravating factors.
- Penalties:
- Up to 1 year in county jail
- Fine up to $1,000
- If there are prior vandalism convictions, the fine can increase to $5,000
Additional Considerations
- Civil liability: Victims may sue for damages in civil court.
- Immigration consequences: Felony convictions, especially for stalking, may affect immigration status.
- Gun rights: Felony convictions can result in loss of firearm rights.
- Expungement: Possible after completing probation or jail time, depending on the charge.