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Robert Warren

28 years old · died February 9, 2026 · North Branch Correctional Institution, Allegany County, Maryland

Robert Warren, 28, was held at North Branch Correctional Institution in Cumberland, Maryland, when he died on February 9, 2026. Maryland State Police said his death was a homicide, and that another person held at the prison has been identified as a suspect. Autopsy results from the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner ruled the death a homicide. The investigation is ongoing and no charges have been filed.

Cause of death, as reported: Killed by another person in custody. The Maryland State Police say another inmate has been identified as a suspect, and the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner ruled the death a homicide.

Reported by: Maryland State Police (outside investigators); Office of the Chief Medical Examiner (medical examiner or coroner).

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