James "Whitey" Bulger
James "Whitey" Bulger, 89, died in October 2025 at USP Hazelton, a federal prison in West Virginia, where he was held. His family, speaking through their attorney Hank Brennan, says he was beaten to death within hours of being moved there from another federal prison. The family says he had expected a transfer to a medical facility to manage his failing health, and they believe he was deliberately placed in harm's way. The Bureau of Prisons declined to comment, citing pending litigation, and the FBI is investigating; no charges have been brought.
Cause of death, as reported: Killed by another person in custody (neglect alleged). Bulger's family, through attorney Hank Brennan, says he was beaten to death and that the Bureau of Prisons deliberately placed him in harm's way at USP Hazelton.
Reported by: family, through attorney Hank Brennan (family or their lawyers).
Lawsuit: The Bureau of Prisons declined to comment on his death, citing pending litigation.