Deaths in Custody
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Nickolas Lockett

died 2021 · Cook County Jail, Cook County, Illinois

Nickolas Lockett died in 2021 while held at Cook County Jail in Chicago, where he was found dead in his cell. His mother, Mary Lopez, said he had finally wanted to get his life together. The initial investigation found no signs of foul play or suicide, and the autopsy was inconclusive, so the manner of death remains undetermined. His mother and other critics say there is more to the story and have called for further answers.

Cause of death, as reported: Cause not yet determined (disputed). The autopsy was inconclusive and the initial investigation found no foul play or suicide, but his mother and critics believe there is more to the story.

Reported by: autopsy.

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