Inmate Death

Government Maria Young, Jul. 24, 2025

Family Of Inmate Who Died Recognized For Dedicated Pursuit Of Justice

The family of an inmate who died from asphyxia during a beating was recognized for their perseverance in pursuing the emotional case for more than five years.

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Government Maria Young, Jul. 15, 2025

Final Ex-Guard Sentenced In Beating Death Of Inmate

The last of eight former corrections officers charged in the death of an inmate has been sentenced to prison.

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Government Chris Schulz, Jun. 10, 2025

Third Officer Sentenced For Inmate’s Death At Southern Regional Jail

This is the third sentencing in this case where seven correctional officers pleaded guilty in connection with the death of Quantez Burks.

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Government Chris Schulz, May. 16, 2025

Second Officer Sentenced For Inmate’s Death At Southern Regional Jail

Seven correctional officers pleaded guilty in connection with the assault and death of Quantez Burks.

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Government Maria Young, Nov. 14, 2024

Fifth Former Jail Officer Pleads Guilty In Inmate’s Death

Another former corrections officer at the Southern Regional Jail in Raleigh County pled guilty this week to violating the civil rights of an inmate, resulting in the man’s death in March 2022. M...

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Associated Press, Dec. 26, 2023

Inmate Dies After He Was Found Unresponsive At Scrutinized West Virginia Jail

Correctional officers at Southern Regional Jail found the 24-year-old man unresponsive in his cell and attempted life-saving measures, according to a Division of Corrections and Rehabilitation statement. He was then taken to a local hospital where he was pronounced dead, WCHS reported.

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