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Died in custody

Derek Jones

31 years old · died February 4, 2020 · Marshalltown Residential Facility, Marshall County, Iowa

Derek Jones, 31, was found dead in his room at the Marshalltown Residential Facility in Marshalltown, Iowa, on February 4, 2020, where he was under probation supervision. The Iowa Department of Corrections confirmed the death. The Division of Criminal Investigation is investigating, and an autopsy was scheduled.

Cause of death, as reported: Cause not yet determined

Reported by: Iowa Department of Corrections (the agency that held him); Iowa Division of Criminal Investigation (outside investigators).

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