Michael Fisher
Coverage of Michael Fisher in the Nexus archive.
- Colorado inmate who died this month had asked for new trial due to errors in lab evidence by Missy Woods
Michael Fisher, a Colorado inmate, died while seeking to overturn his murder conviction, alleging that his trial was tainted by errors in lab evidence linked to Missy Woods. The article states Fisher claimed there was 'substantial evidence' supporting his request for a new trial.
- Lawmakers calling for answers on inmate deaths
Two inmates, Michael J. Fisher and Charles Gates, died on June 8 at a privately owned correctional facility in Bent County, Colorado. Lawmakers expressed concerns over the lack of information about the deaths, which prison officials labeled an 'incident.'
- Coroner ID’s 2 prisoners who died in Colorado prison, while officials remain tight-lipped
The Bent County coroner identified Charles Gates, 27, and Michael Fisher, 59, as the two prisoners who died at the Bent County Correctional Facility over the weekend. A third prisoner was injured, and prison officials have suspended visitation statewide as an investigation continues. The Colorado Department of Corrections and CoreCivic, the prison's operator, have not disclosed details about the incident.