Rory Gene Ward
Rory Ward, 33, had lived with bipolar and schizophrenia disorders for years, and his family worked to get him care. He died on May 12, 2021, after being held at the Harris County Jail, where a Houston Landing report says another person held in his unit punched him in the head. The medical examiner ruled his death a homicide, citing complications of blunt head trauma, and his family says they still lack answers. The Texas Rangers' investigation into the death is described as pending.
Cause of death, as reported: Killed by another person in custody (neglect alleged). The medical examiner ruled his death a homicide from complications of blunt head trauma after another person held in his jail unit punched him, and his family says he had mental illness and needed care.
Reported by: Medical examiner, as reported in the custodial death report (medical examiner or coroner); Texas Office of the Attorney General custodial death report; his family.