ABOUT THE CASE
Ronald Coleman Jr., known to his community as Uncle Ronnie, has been incarcerated for over 26 years for a crime he did not commit. In 2001, he and another man, Carl Coleman, were sentenced to two life sentences plus 65 years in connection to the murder of a Sam’s Club manager in Georgia. Despite the severity of the sentence, neither man was charged with murder. There is no evidence linking them to the killing; their convictions instead stemmed from ancillary charges such as kidnapping, burglary, and robbery— despite the absence of proof placing them at the scene of the crime.
Ronald acknowledges and takes full accountability for the past harms that led to earlier, unrelated convictions for which he has already served time. However, this case represents a profound miscarriage of justice: one that has taken more than two decades of his life without substantiated evidence of his involvement in the crime.
During his incarceration, Ronald has demonstrated exceptional growth, leadership, and service. Drawing from his background in the U.S. Military, he has worked as a medic, librarian, and teacher’s aide, while pursuing extensive educational and spiritual development. He has dedicated himself to mentoring others, addressing the roots of harm, and contributing positively to the prison community.
Ronald has a strong and active support system prepared to welcome and sustain him upon release. His continued imprisonment stands as a grave injustice that demands public attention and advocacy.
As Ronald approaches parole consideration in March 2026, we are calling on organizations, legal advocates, and influential allies to join in supporting his case for release. Letters, endorsements, and institutional support can help his chances of parole.
FOR MORE INFORMATION OR INVOLVEMENT, CONTACT:
general@uncleronniesroom.com
Uncle Ronnie’s Room is an art-driven campaign calling to mobilize the public around Ronald Coleman Jr., his family, and the wrongful conviction that has separated them. The first iteration of URR included an art installation based in South Central, CA., a billboard campaign in Atlanta, GA., and writing circles garnering prayers and formal letters to Augusta County DA calling for the reinvestigation of Ronnie’s case.
Past collaborators and advisors include Youth Justice Coalition, Patrisse Cullors, Converse All Stars, For Freedoms, and UCLA’s Prison Education Project.