John Trazilien
John Trazilien died on March 12, 2025, while held at Cross City Correctional Institution, a Florida state prison. He left behind his parents, siblings and three children, and his family says the loss has been heartbreaking. The Florida Department of Corrections recorded the manner of death as homicide in its mortality records. His brother, Franne Trazilien, said other people held at the prison told him John had been stabbed and his body stuffed in a mattress, and the family is asking for answers and accountability.
Cause of death, as reported: Killed by another person in custody (disputed). The Florida Department of Corrections recorded the manner of death as homicide but did not give a cause, and John's brother Franne Trazilien says other inmates told him John was stabbed and his body was stuffed in a mattress.
Reported by: Florida Department of Corrections (the agency that held him); Franne Trazilien, John's brother (family or their lawyers); other people held at Cross City Correctional Institution (witnesses).