Died in prison
Carl Williams
Carl Williams, 42, died on January 6, 2026, while held at MacDougall-Walker, a prison in Connecticut. According to CT News Junkie, the medical examiner ruled his death natural, citing cardiovascular issues, diabetes and obesity. A New Haven Independent report from April 2026, citing the medical examiner's office, counted his death among ten in Connecticut custody that year and gave no cause or manner. The two outlets name the facility differently, one as MacDougall-Walker and the other as McDougall Correctional Institution in Suffield.
Cause of death, as reported: Died of illness. The medical examiner ruled the death natural, citing cardiovascular issues, diabetes and obesity.
Reported by: medical examiner or coroner.