From The Tribune staff reports
BESSEMER – A 38-year-old inmate was found dead in his private cell at the William Donaldson Correctional Facility on Monday, Dec. 11, 2023.
“An autopsy was performed on 12-12-2023, with no evidence of trauma or foul play found associated with the death,” Chief Deputy Coroner Bill Yates said. “The cause of death is pending additional laboratory studies.”
The Alabama Department of Correction – Law Enforcement Services Division is investigating the circumstances surrounding the death.