Died in jail or a lockup
Daniel Pantera
Daniel Pantera died in December 2012 while held at the Niagara County Jail in New York. A lawsuit says he was denied necessary medical attention for his medical conditions, and that this denial led directly to his death. Officials said an investigation report was expected in the spring.
Cause of death, as reported: Died of illness (neglect alleged). A lawsuit says jail staff denied Daniel Pantera necessary medical attention for his medical conditions, and that this led directly to his death.
Reported by: lawsuit.
Lawsuit: His estate sued Niagara County over his death at the Niagara County Jail, alleging he was denied necessary medical attention, and no settlement or award amount is reported.