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James Cannon

48 years old · died September 9, 2025 · Hancock State Prison, Hancock County, Georgia

James Cannon was 48 years old. He was found in his cell at Hays State Prison in Georgia, where he was held, not breathing. He was taken to an emergency room, where he was pronounced dead. Investigators have said there is a possibility of foul play involving his cellmate, and the cause and manner of death are pending, with his body sent to the Georgia Bureau of Investigation medical examiner's office.

Cause of death, as reported: Cause not yet determined. The Chattooga County Coroner's office has not yet ruled on the manner of death, and investigators say foul play involving his cellmate is possible.

Reported by: Georgia Department of Corrections (the agency that held him); Chattooga County Coroner's office (medical examiner or coroner); investigators.

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