Carlisle, England – Two brothers who viciously attacked a young man on a city street in Carlisle have avoided immediate prison sentences due to overcrowding in the prisons. CCTV footage captured the violent assault carried out by Kenneth Brown, 27, and Shaun Brown, 24, on Lowther Street in the early hours of October 30, 2022. … Read more
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania – The head of the Philadelphia Department of Prisons has announced her departure following a spate of inmate deaths and escapes under her watch. Blanche Carney, who has led the city’s prison system since 2016, revealed in a letter to staff that her last day will be on April 5, as reported by … Read more
Boston, Massachusetts – Data reveals a concerning trend of increasing attacks on correction officers in state prisons. These attacks have left many officers feeling unsafe while carrying out their duties. Incidents of violence towards these correction officers are on the rise, prompting discussions on the safety and security of those working in correctional facilities across … Read more
WASHINGTON – A recent report released Thursday uncovered systemic failures within the federal Bureau of Prisons that contributed to the deaths of hundreds of federal prisoners, including high-profile cases such as notorious gangster Whitey Bulger and financier Jeffrey Epstein. The report highlighted deficiencies in mental health care, emergency responses, and the detection of contraband drugs … Read more
Charleston, West Virginia – Advocates and families of deceased West Virginia inmates gathered at the state capitol over the weekend to call for better protections for inmates. The group, including the West Virginia Poor People’s Campaign and Repairers of the Breach President Bishop William J. Barber II, highlighted the need for improved conditions following the … Read more
LONDON, U.K. – The world’s worst prisons are a terrifying reminder of the inhumane conditions that countless inmates endure. These prisons span the globe, from Camp 14 Kaechon in North Korea to Gldani Prison in Georgia, with stories of abuse, overcrowding, and violations of human rights. The list of the top 10 worst prisons, compiled … Read more