Died in jail or a lockup
Bobby Ray
Bobby Ray, 38, collapsed and died on September 28, 2007, while held at the Sangamon County Jail in Illinois. Sangamon County Coroner Susan Boone ruled the death natural, caused by fatty deposits in his liver. His family says the jail should have given him medication to ease his alcohol withdrawal.
Cause of death, as reported: Died of illness (disputed; neglect alleged). The coroner ruled the death natural, caused by fatty deposits in his liver, while his family says the jail should have given him medication for alcohol withdrawal.
Reported by: Sangamon County Coroner Susan Boone (medical examiner or coroner); his family.