Name not reported
A man held at Red Onion State Prison in Wise County, Virginia, died on December 19, 2024. The Virginia Department of Corrections said, through spokesperson Carla Miles, that he died of natural causes, citing preliminary findings from the state medical examiner, and that its investigation found no evidence of foul play. The Virginia Prisons Accountability Committee claimed he had severe health issues and was denied treatment while held in solitary confinement.
Cause of death, as reported: Died of illness (disputed; neglect alleged). The Virginia Department of Corrections, citing preliminary medical examiner findings, says he died of natural causes, while the Virginia Prisons Accountability Committee says he had severe health issues and was denied treatment while in solitary confinement.
Reported by: Virginia Department of Corrections (the agency that held him); state medical examiner; Virginia Prisons Accountability Committee (advocates).