Deaths in Custody
Died in jail or a lockup

James Robert Byrd

35 years old · died June 6, 2018 · Franklin County Jail, Franklin County, Tennessee

James Robert Byrd, 35, died on June 6, 2018, while held at the Franklin County Jail in Franklin County, Tennessee, according to a news report. No family, friends or officials have been quoted describing him or the circumstances of his death in the material available.

Cause of death, as reported: Cause not yet determined

News report