Coverage dated September 17, 2026

Mobile neurosurgeon found unconscious after suicide attempt in Baldwin County jail

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Video above: ‘News 5 Now’ — Top Stories from Sept. 17, 2026 UPDATE (12:50 p.m.): Baldwin County Sheriff's Office officials have released more information after Mobile neurosurgeon Shawn Clark's suicide attempt. According to officials, Clark was found unconscious in his cell around 3:30 a.m.

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    Mobile neurosurgeon found unconscious after suicide attempt in Baldwin County jail (opens WKRG Mobile)

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    Video above: ‘News 5 Now’ — Top Stories from Sept. 17, 2026 UPDATE (12:50 p.m.): Baldwin County Sheriff's Office officials have released more information after Mobile neurosurgeon Shawn Clark's suicide attempt. According to officials, Clark was found unconscious in his cell around 3:30 a.m.

  2. AL.com

    Alabama neurosurgeon charged for child porn attempts suicide in jail (opens AL.com)

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    The Baldwin County Sheriff’s Office said Shawn Clark was found unconscious in his cell early Thursday morning.