Authorities investigate inmate death

Investigators are looking into the death of an inmate at the New Hanover County jail. The body of Andrew Michael Helms was found in his cell at approximately 5:30 this morning. The 20-year-old Charlotte native had been in jail since February 8, 2008. He was awaiting trial on charges of robbery, assault with a deadly weapon and larceny. Authorities say it's standard procedure for the SBI to launch an investigation when a death occurs inside a jail. Authorities would not confirm the cause of death and said more information will be made available as the investigation continues.