Died in jail or a lockup
Michael Bozarth
Michael Bozarth, 25, of St. Joseph, was found dead in his cell at the Buchanan County Jail on September 26, 2023, after other people held there reported hearing a commotion from the cell. Sheriff Mike Strong says the death is considered suspicious, but he has not said what caused it or commented on any trauma to the body. Another person who shared the cell was being questioned, and the sheriff said charges are possible.
Cause of death, as reported: Cause not yet determined. Sheriff Mike Strong says the death is considered suspicious but has not said what caused it, and another inmate who shared the cell is being questioned.