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David Lee Bowles

43 years old · died January 9, 2021 · Umatilla County Correctional Facility, Umatilla County, Oregon

David Lee Bowles, 43, died in his cell at the Umatilla County Jail in Oregon in the early morning of January 9, 2021, after jail staff found him during morning rounds. The Umatilla County Sheriff's Office said there was no apparent evidence of foul play and that it is investigating the cause of death. The district attorney said he felt for David's family, particularly the children, who faced another loss.

Cause of death, as reported: Cause not yet determined. The Umatilla County Sheriff's Office said there was no apparent evidence of foul play and is investigating the cause of death.

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