Died in prison
Billingslea
Billingslea died in February 1970 at San Quentin State Prison in California, where he was held. According to a letter written by George Jackson, Billingslea was exposed to tear gas while locked in his cell. Jackson describes tear gas as one of the weapons used against people held at the prison.
Cause of death, as reported: Killed by staff. George Jackson's letter says Billingslea died after exposure to tear gas while locked in his cell at San Quentin.
Reported by: George Jackson, in a letter (witnesses).