FORT WORTH, Texas — The family of a man who died in the custody of Tarrant County jail is demanding significant changes after two jailers were formally charged with his murder. The incident, which has escalated into a focal point for criticism against the local correctional system, involves the death of Anthony Johnson Jr., who … Read more
JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. — Five former corrections officers from a maximum security prison have been indicted on charges ranging from assault and manslaughter to murder after the December 8 death of Othel Moore Jr., a former inmate. The severe actions taken during a contraband sweep at Jefferson City Correctional Center have piqued widespread concern over … Read more
Tarrant County, Texas — In a significant development stemming from last month’s incident, two jail officials from Tarrant County have been charged with murder following the death of an inmate, which has sparked a broader examination into the use of force within the detention facility. The inmate, Anthony Johnson Jr., tragically lost his life on … Read more
Madison, Wisconsin – Authorities in Wisconsin have charged the warden and eight staff members of the state’s oldest maximum-security prison for failing to provide basic care for inmates who died under their watch. The charges include misconduct in public office and felony inmate abuse. Dodge County Sheriff Dale Schmidt, leading the investigation, described the operation … Read more
Chino, California – Death row inmates from San Quentin State Prison are being relocated to 19 other correctional facilities across California as part of efforts to comply with Proposition 66, approved by voters in 2016. One of these facilities is the California Institution for Men in Chino, a move that has sparked concern among public … Read more
Billerica, Massachusetts – A corrections officer in Billerica, Massachusetts was hospitalized after being seriously injured in an unprovoked attack by an inmate at the Middlesex Jail and House of Correction on April 26. The inmate, identified as Patrick D. Litchfield, 32, has a history of violent incidents at the facility and is now facing multiple … Read more
In Huntsville, Texas, prison workers are voicing their opposition to the execution of a man on death row for multiple murders. Calling for clemency, they argue that the inmate should be spared from the ultimate punishment. The employees, who have interacted closely with the condemned man, believe that he has shown remorse and made positive … Read more
Bridgend, Wales – Following the deaths of six inmates at HMP Parc between February and March, authorities have made three arrests in connection with the incidents. The deaths have raised concerns about drug-related activities within the prison, as four of the deaths are believed to be linked to drugs, while two are deemed non-suspicious. South … Read more
Port-au-Prince, Haiti – Author and journalist Mitch Albom is currently in Haiti, facing the aftermath of recent gang attacks that have paralyzed the country. The main international airport is closed, and over 4,000 inmates have been freed in the chaos. Albom, known for his philanthropic efforts, spoke about the situation in Haiti during an interview, … Read more
EDINBURGH, Scotland – Lukasz Czapla, a child killer convicted of murdering his two-year-old son, was assaulted by another inmate at the high-security HMP Edinburgh. The attack occurred shortly after Czapla was found guilty of possession of child abuse images. The 43-year-old had been moved to an enhanced section of the prison, where he was targeted … Read more