A 40-year-old man in custody at Federal Correctional Institution (FCI) McKean died Sunday, according to prison officials.

It was the second such report in less than 90 days from the Lewis Run facility.

Joseph Henry Duncil was found unresponsive around noon and responding employees initiated life-saving measures as emergency medical services were summoned, according to a press release from the prison. Duncil was taken to “a local hospital,” where he was subsequently pronounced deceased.

In mid-September officials reported the death of 34-year-old Tezmonta Evans at FCI McKean.

In both cases, officials said no one else was injured and “at no time was the public in danger.” The Federal Bureau of Investigation was notified of both instances.

Both men were sentenced to terms of incarceration at FCI McKean in the Eastern District of Michigan, and had been in custody there since July 11. Duncil was serving an 18-month sentence for possessing a firearm while having a prior felony conviction. Evans was serving an aggregate 180-month sentence for possession of cocaine base with intent to distribute and possessing a firearm in furtherance of a drug trafficking crime.

At the time of Evans’ death, The Era contacted prison officials regarding several contacts received by the newsroom alleging ongoing issues at FCI McKean, including a lockdown of more than 40 days and limited showers, outdoor time or commissary access; inadequate or denied access to medical care; no access to programs, books and magazines or communication with lawyers.

Regarding the lockdown, officials in September confirmed the facility had been placed on “modified operations” status, without “providing specific details, for safety and security reasons.”

They said in an emailed response that wardens “may establish controls or implement temporary security measures to ensure the good order and security of their institution, as well as ensure the safety of the employees and the incarcerated individuals entrusted to their care.”

When such measures are taken, the statement noted, the warden monitors events and adjusts operations accordingly, “based on a range of issues as the situation continues to evolve,” aiming to return to normal operations status as quickly as possible.

“Modified operations” refers to a temporary change to institutional processes, including individual movement, programs or services, officials said. Individuals “are often permitted” to walk around their assigned unit and visit TV viewing rooms, unit-based programming areas, showers, telephones and email terminals,” and have access to their unit team members and medical staff during scheduled hours.

Regarding visitation and access to books and magazines, officials explained that FCI McKean, like most correctional agencies, continues to address the problem of contraband being introduced to the facility, which can threaten the safety of staff, individuals in custody and the public.

“For privacy, safety and security reasons, we do not comment on the specific rationale or justification for why communication with a particular organization or individual has been limited,” officials replied. “However, we can assure you there is a justifiable reason for doing so.”

The response continued, “Given the importance placed on social visiting, the decision to suspend it is not taken lightly.” It is a decision, they said, made by the warden at each institution on a case-by-case basis.

Further, officials stated FCI McKean “provides essential medical, dental and mental health (psychiatric) services in accordance with” FBOP policies, with “daily and regular access to medical care and appointments.” They added that medical employees conduct daily rounds throughout each facility.

Prison officials had not replied to The Era’s inquiry by press time Monday regarding whether the facility’s modified operations remained in place at the time of, or had been lifted prior to, the most recent death.

Their response in September read, “The Federal Bureau of Prisons (FBOP) including the Federal Correctional Institution (FCI) McKean, takes seriously our duty to protect the individuals entrusted in our custody and maintain the safety of correctional employees and the community.”

FCI McKean is a medium-security facility. Additional information about the Federal Bureau of Prisons can be found at bop.gov.