Died in prison
Richard Silva
Richard Silva, 64, was found dead in his cell at MCI-Norfolk on the afternoon of December 12, 2011, shortly after a guard shift change. The Norfolk County District Attorney's office said evidence at the scene pointed to a probable homicide, and state police, the Department of Correction and forensic investigators were looking into the death. An autopsy was scheduled for the following day. The Lowell Sun reported that Silva was a former Lowell resident.
Cause of death, as reported: Killed by another person in custody. The Norfolk County District Attorney's office says evidence at the scene points to a probable homicide, and state police are investigating.
Reported by: Norfolk County District Attorney's office.