Robert White
Robert White, 71, was a Christian and a sweet man with many friends, described by his family as a beloved uncle, brother, son and friend who had been struggling with mental health issues. He was held at the Catoosa County Jail in Georgia when, according to a press release and prosecutors, another person held in his cell beat him on December 5, 2024. He was taken to a hospital and died from his injuries on January 18, 2025. His family says the attack could have been prevented and that staff had been warned about the threat and his medical crisis, while the Sheriff's Office called it a tragic incident and offered condolences.
Cause of death, as reported: Killed by another person in custody (neglect alleged). The Sheriff's Office says another person held at the jail attacked him in his cell, and his family says staff were warned of the threat and his medical crisis and that the attack could have been prevented.
Reported by: Catoosa County Sheriff's Office (the agency that held him); Robert White's family (family or their lawyers); prosecutors.