Died in prison
Jimmy Dean Harris
Jimmy Dean Harris, 64, was held on Oklahoma's death row and was still pursuing court challenges in his case when he died at a hospital on June 29, 2021. According to The Oklahoman, as reported by the Associated Press, he died from long-term health problems. At the time of his death, a hearing on his claim that he has an intellectual disability had been scheduled for January. No dispute over the cause of his death is reported.
Cause of death, as reported: Died of illness
Reported by: The Oklahoman, as reported by AP (reporters).