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Randy William Nealis

62 years old · died September 19, 2019 · Eastern Regional Jail, Berkeley County, West Virginia

Randy William Nealis, 62, was found face-down outside his cell at Eastern Regional Jail in Martinsburg, West Virginia, on the evening of September 19, 2019. He was taken to Berkeley Medical Center, where he was pronounced dead about 45 minutes after he was found. At the time of publication, the cause of death had not been determined. West Virginia State Police said their initial investigation found no signs of foul play or self-harm. His body was sent to the medical examiner.

Cause of death, as reported: Cause not yet determined. State Police said an initial investigation found no signs of foul play or self-harm, and the cause of death was pending with the medical examiner.

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