An Atlanta Inmate Died In His Jail Cell Due To A 'Severe Bed Bug Infestation,' Family Asking For Criminal Investigation

Last summer, LaShawn Thompson was arrested in Atlanta on simple battery charges for an incident that took place, according to USA Today. After being taken to Fulton County Jail, he was eventually transferred to the psychiatric wing of the facility since officials insisted he was mentally ill. On Sept. 19, the 35-year-old’s body was found lifeless in his cell. He was reported dead after multiple attempts to save him by police and medical staff on-site, according to the Fulton County Medical Examiner‘s report. Although there were no signs of external...