Antonio Williams
Antonio Williams, 34, was held at the Harris County Jail in Houston when he died in February 2015. His attorney, Patrick McGann, said Williams was in good spirits when a cousin spoke with him the day before and was making good progress in his legal case. The sheriff's office said Williams was found dead in his cell early on Thursday, February 19, and that it is investigating with the district attorney's office. The sheriff's office and McGann describe the death as an apparent suicide, and McGann has called for an independent investigation.
Cause of death, as reported: Died by suicide (disputed). The sheriff's office and his attorney, Patrick McGann, say he died by apparent suicide, and McGann calls for an independent investigation.
Reported by: Harris County Sheriff's Office (the agency that held him); attorney Patrick McGann (family or their lawyers).