Deaths in Custody
Died in prison

Name not reported

died November 1, 2022 · Federal Bureau of Prisons facility in Forrest City, St. Francis County, Arkansas

A man held at the federal prison in Forrest City, Arkansas, was punched by another person held there on October 29, 2022, and fell, fracturing his skull. Prosecutors said he was taken to a hospital, never regained consciousness, and died on November 1, 2022. The U.S. Attorney's Office for the Eastern District of Arkansas attributes his death to the assault.

Cause of death, as reported: Killed by another person in custody. Prosecutors say another person held at the federal prison punched him, fracturing his skull.

Reported by: Office of the United States Attorney for the Eastern District of Arkansas.

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