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Michael Cullum

died September 5, 2016 · Nassau County jail, Nassau County

Michael Cullum died on September 5, 2016, while held at the Nassau County jail. His family's attorney says he did not receive proper medical treatment and that he died of heart failure. The family's account has not been answered by the jail in these sources, and the facility's private medical provider, Armor Correctional Health Services, has faced allegations of negligent care. Sources reviewed here say little more about his life or the circumstances of his death.

Cause of death, as reported: Died of illness (disputed; neglect alleged). The family's attorney says Michael Cullum was not given proper medical treatment and died of heart failure, and his family disputes the official account.

Reported by: attorney for the family.

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