At just 21 years old, Malcolm Willis had his whole life ahead of him—a devoted father, son, and friend whose energy could light up any room. Described as goofy, happy-go-lucky by his mother, Victoria Bristow. Now, his family and community are left grieving an unimaginable loss as they search for answers surrounding his death while in custody at the Ross County Jail.
“I lost my best friend,” Bristow says, expressing disbelief over the official claim that her son died by suicide. Just hours before his death, they had spoken, and he seemed “fine.” Meanwhile, the circumstances of his death remain unclear, leaving his loved ones searching for the truth.
In this episode, we examine the troubling gaps in communication from authorities, the broader implications of deaths in custody, and the efforts of those rallying behind Malcolm’s family. Join us as we uncover the human impact of this tragedy and the ongoing fight for justice and accountability.
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