James Flynn, Sr.
James Flynn, Sr., 33, of Washington, died on July 16, 2022, in his cell at the Franklin County Jail in Missouri. Sheriff Steve Pelton said evidence suggests he hanged himself shortly after returning from an intake screening visit with the detention nurse. The Missouri State Division of Drug and Crime Control is conducting an independent investigation into the death.
Cause of death, as reported: Died by suicide. Sheriff Steve Pelton said evidence suggests he hanged himself shortly after returning from an intake screening visit with the detention nurse, and the Missouri State Division of Drug and Crime Control is conducting an independent investigation.
Reported by: Franklin County Sheriff's Office (the agency that held him); Missouri State Division of Drug and Crime Control (outside investigators).