Died in prison
Michael Watson
Michael Watson, 51, died on August 8, 2025, at Lawrence Correctional Center in Illinois, while in the custody of the Illinois Department of Corrections. The department confirmed the death but did not disclose a cause. The Lawrence County coroner had not returned a message by the time of reporting. The La Salle County State's Attorney's Office was not notified, and Shaw Media found the death through a routine records check.
Cause of death, as reported: Cause not yet determined
Reported by: Illinois Department of Corrections (the agency that held him); Lawrence County coroner (medical examiner or coroner).