# GBI investigating death of Hancock State Prison inmate – WRDW

> The Georgia Bureau of Investigation is investigating the death of Devin Edwards, 36, an inmate at Hancock State Prison in Sparta, who was found dead in his cell around 7:15 a.m. Friday and appeared to…

**Published**: 2026-11-03
**Source**: https://gps.press/gps-news/gbi-investigating-death-of-hancock-state-prison-inmate-wrdw/
**Author**: Georgia Prisoners' Speak

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The Georgia Bureau of Investigation is investigating the death of Devin Edwards, 36, an inmate at Hancock State Prison in Sparta, who was found dead in his cell around 7:15 a.m. Friday and appeared to have been in a recent fight, according to the Hancock County coroner. The coroner's office said it is unsure when the fight occurred or whether…