Died in prison
Cason Helms
Cason Helms died on June 6, 2026, while held at Elmore Correctional Facility in Alabama. According to court documents, he was repeatedly struck in the head. Four men also held at the facility have been charged with murder in his death, according to the same reporting.
Cause of death, as reported: Killed by another person in custody. Court documents say other men held at Elmore Correctional Facility struck him repeatedly in the head until he died.
Reported by: court documents.