LaSelle Allen—Died Weeks From Release; Family Demands Justice for Alleged Prison Violence

The family of LaSelle Allen has been thrust into an unimaginable nightmare, shattered by the news that LaSelle died on Saturday, November 29, 2025, while in the custody of the Lebanon Correctional Institute in Ohio. The agony is amplified by one crucial, devastating detail: LaSelle was just weeks from his scheduled release in early January. His sudden death, now under official investigation, casts a chilling shadow over the justice system, fueling his family’s desperate, unwavering fight for truth and accountability.

The Ultimate Cruelty: Freedom Stolen at the Last Moment

LaSelle Allen was a man with a countdown to a new life, having completed his time behind bars. Yet, in the final weeks of his incarceration, he warned his family of mistreatment, fearing for his life inside the facility. The heartbreaking irony—that a man so close to walking free left the prison in a body bag—represents the ultimate systemic failure. The family’s frantic warnings were tragically ignored, forcing them now to grapple with a grief compounded by the cruel knowledge that his death might have been prevented had the system listened.

Violence and Betrayal: The Call for Transparency

Initial reports regarding LaSelle’s passing confirm an altercation with a cellmate followed by a “use of force” incident involving officers, during which pepper spray was utilized. Disturbingly, while the official cause remains unclear, the family’s report citing the coroner found numerous signs of a violent struggle. A correctional officer was placed on paid administrative leave shortly after the incident. This raises urgent and haunting questions about excessive force and the violation of trust. The family demands accountability and full transparency, seeking to understand why a man who survived his sentence did not survive his custodians.

Fighting for LaSelle: Justice for a Life Cut Short

We extend our deepest sympathies to the family and friends of LaSelle Allen. Their heartbreak is our collective concern. They are fighting not just for their loved one, but for every incarcerated person whose safety is compromised. We must support their demand for a thorough and honest investigation, ensuring that the final, tragic chapter of LaSelle’s life is met with the justice and truth he deserves.