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Jessie Lee Williams Jr.
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Gender
Male
Age
40 yrs
Nationality
United States
Marital Status
Unknown
Date of Death
02/04/2006
Location
10451 Larkin Smith Drive Gulfport MS 39503 Harrison
Cause of Death
Less-than-lethal force
Williams was beaten to death while being booked into the county jail. He died two days later. His horrific brain injuries, an attempted cover-up, and evidence of premeditation sent the responsible jailer to prison for two life terms plus another 20 years. Further the family settled a wrongful death suit with the county for $2.5 million.
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Alleged Responsible Party
Harrison County Sheriff's Office
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