Died in custody
Peggy Leigh Walker
Peggy Leigh Walker died while held at Emanuel Women's Facility in Emanuel County, Georgia. A news report lists medical neglect as the cause of death, a claim that has not been confirmed by any official account.
Cause of death, as reported: Cause not yet determined (neglect alleged). A news report says staff at Emanuel Women's Facility failed to provide Peggy Leigh Walker necessary medical care, but gives no further detail on the illness or the care.
Reported by: news report.