Died in jail or a lockup

Antonio Pizarro

died November 7, 2026 · Erie County Holding Center, Erie County, New York

Antonio Pizarro died on November 7, 2026, while held at the Erie County Holding Center in Buffalo, New York. He was found dead in his cell. According to the Buffalo News, he appears to have been targeted and killed by two other people held in the jail. The reporting also questions how long it took staff to find him.

Cause of death, as reported: Killed by another person in custody. The Buffalo News reports that he appears to have been specifically targeted and killed by two other people held in the jail.

Reported by: Buffalo News (reporters).

Source

Read more coverage from reporter Sandra Tan Buffalo News, November 10, 2026

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