FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Contact:
Musur M. Wallace, Legal Redress Chair
NAACP Okaloosa County Branch
(850) 812 -2916
ocnaacp@gmail.com
March 27, 2026
Family Seeks Answers Regarding Death of L’Twan Mitchell
Okaloosa County, FL – A press conference is scheduled for Monday, March 30, 2026, at 11:00 AM to address the passing of L’ Twan C. Mitchell, who was found unresponsive at Okaloosa Correctional Institute on January 19, 2026. The conference will take place at Greater Peace Missionary Baptist Church, 101 First Street SE, Fort Walton Beach, FL.
Sabu Williams, President of the NAACP, Okaloosa County Branch, stated, “Community advocates, including the NAACP, will be in attendance in support of the family’s request. At this time, no conclusions or allegations have been made. The purpose of the press conference is to address the family’s concerns, provide available information, reinforce the importance of transparency, and seek due process while awaiting additional documentation, including the pending autopsy report.”
Williams further noted, “Mr. Mitchell’s family has voiced significant concerns and continues to seek clarification regarding the circumstances surrounding his death. They have requested public attention as they pursue answers and information through appropriate channels.”
For further details regarding the press conference, please contact the NAACP Okaloosa County Branch at 850-783-0047.
What: Press Conference
Date: March 30, 2026
Time: 11:00 AM
Location: Greater Peace Missionary Baptist Church
101 First Street SE
Fort Walton Beach, FL 32548
The Okaloosa County Branch, NAACP, part of the nation’s oldest civil rights organization, is dedicated to advocating for justice, equality, and the protection of civil rights within the local community. Through education, outreach, and persistent activism, the branch works to address issues of discrimination and promote positive change for all residents of Okaloosa County.
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