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Died in prison

Luis Romero

44 years old · California

Luis Romero, 44, was found dead in his cell at a California state prison by security staff during a morning check. Kings County Assistant District Attorney Phil Esbenshade said Romero's cellmate attacked him and that he bled to death. The cellmate has been charged, and the case is being prosecuted.

Cause of death, as reported: Killed by another person in custody. Kings County Assistant District Attorney Phil Esbenshade says Luis Romero's cellmate attacked him and that he bled to death.

Reported by: Kings County Assistant District Attorney Phil Esbenshade.

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