The Texas Department of Criminal Justice announced the deaths of five inmates Tuesday, dating back to August.
Their ages range from 32 to 73 years old. There have been 172 prisoners who have died of coronavirus since tracking began in April, according to officials.
TDCJ officials said the deaths of 47 other inmates are currently under investigation.
In addition to the latest deaths reported this week, 26 employees have died.
Below is what we know about the five prisoners who died based on information from officials:
Tony Miller, 51:
Miller tested positive for coronavirus on July 22.
He was transported from the Havins Unit in Brownwood to a hospital on July 31 and died on Aug. 1.