Died in prison
Evans Lewis Butler Jr.
Evans Lewis Butler Jr., 45, died on July 18, 2021, in the infirmary of the William Donaldson Correctional Facility in western Jefferson County, Alabama, where he was being treated for a serious natural illness. Chief Deputy Coroner Bill Yates said the cause of death was significant natural disease and that an autopsy showed no sign of foul play or trauma. He was one of two people to die at the prison within four days, according to AL.com's report.
Cause of death, as reported: Died of illness. Chief Deputy Coroner Bill Yates said an autopsy showed significant natural disease and no foul play or trauma.
Reported by: Chief Deputy Coroner Bill Yates (medical examiner or coroner).