News Summary
DeAngelo Dewayne Brown, a 40-year-old inmate at the Birmingham City Jail, was found unresponsive in his cell, leading to an active investigation. His death has raised serious concerns about inmate safety and care standards within the facility, especially given past allegations of negligence. The Jefferson County Coroner’s Office is set to conduct a postmortem examination to determine the cause of death. Community advocates and family members are demanding greater accountability and reform in the correctional system in response to this incident.
Investigation Launched After Inmate DeAngelo Dewayne Brown Found Dead in Birmingham City Jail
Birmingham, AL – DeAngelo Dewayne Brown, a 40-year-old inmate, was discovered unresponsive in his cell at Birmingham City Jail late on July 2, 2025. Correctional staff identified him at approximately 11:14 p.m. and he was subsequently pronounced dead in the facility at 11:58 p.m.
The Jefferson County Coroner’s Office has confirmed Brown’s identity and age following the incident. Brown had been in custody since June 29, 2025, facing a domestic violence charge. A postmortem examination is scheduled for July 3, 2025, to ascertain the cause and manner of his death.
The Birmingham Police Department has initiated an active investigation to scrutinize the circumstances surrounding Brown’s demise in the jail. This incident has raised significant concerns regarding the health and safety standards within the facility, especially given the historical context of allegations surrounding inmate care.
Concerns Over Inmate Safety
This occurrence follows previous allegations of negligence in the Birmingham City Jail, where claims have surfaced regarding inadequate medical care provided to inmates. In a related case, a lawsuit was filed after the death of another inmate, Angela Karen Langley Kimberly, alleging that jail staff and medical personnel delayed crucial emergency treatment. Kimberly, who was diagnosed with COVID-19, was reportedly isolated yet did not receive necessary medications for her deteriorating condition. She was found unresponsive on December 22, 2022, leading her family to file a lawsuit accusing staff of “deliberate indifference” to her serious medical needs.
These incidents reveal broader systemic issues within the Birmingham City Jail, which has been characterized as both underfunded and understaffed. Various reports highlight concerns surrounding the treatment conditions for inmates, prompting calls for reform and improved medical care. Advocacy groups have consistently pressed for changes to address the deficiencies in inmate health and safety protocols.
Looking Ahead
As the investigation into Brown’s death unfolds, there remain significant questions about the operational standards at the Birmingham City Jail and measures in place to prevent similar tragedies in the future. The results from the postmortem examination on Brown will be crucial in determining the cause of his death and may have implications for ongoing discussions about jail reform.
Family members and community advocates have expressed their distress regarding the repeated incidents and are demanding greater accountability from the correctional system. The authorities have not yet released further details about the investigation, but community members are urging transparency and prompt action to ensure the health and safety of all inmates in the facility.
In summary, the death of DeAngelo Dewayne Brown adds to an alarming series of events highlighting serious concerns about inmate care and safety within the Birmingham City Jail. Ongoing investigations will seek to uncover the truth behind these incidents and address the pressing need for reform within the correctional system.
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Additional Resources
- AL.com: 40-Year-Old Birmingham City Jail Inmate Found Dead in Cell
- Wikipedia: Birmingham City Jail
- CBS 42: Inmate Dies at Birmingham City Jail
- Google Search: Birmingham City Jail inmate death
- Law & Crime: Lawsuit Claims Negligence in Inmate Death
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Inmate
- WVTM 13: Inmate Dies at Birmingham City Jail
- Google News: Alabama jail investigation
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