The shadows cast by Georgia's prison system grow longer and more ominous with each passing day.
Official Statement from Georgia Prisoners’ Speak on the Use of Incarcerated Individuals for Staff Security Functions in Georgia Prisons Recent testimonies from various state prisons in Georgia, including Dooly State Prison, Smith State Prison, and Valdosta State Prison, have exposed a troubling practice where correctional officers recruit and utilize incarcerated individuals to perform staff security …
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This channel contains various videos of investigative reports on prison conditions throughout the Georgia Department of Corrections. Videos capture images of understaffed cellblocks, inmate abuse, violent assaults at Telfair State Prison, impact of gangs, and instances of inmate suicide at Hancock State Prison and others. WARNING: Some of these videos contain violent and graphic images. …
With a lack of supervision, violence within the cells runs rampant.
While this scene may appear tranquil, it masks a dangerous reality. In an emergency, this dorm could quickly become a death trap. It’s increasingly common for officers to be absent for hours, leaving no one to respond to crises. With no emergency call buttons available, inmates are left helpless, further enabling gangs to maintain control. …
Inmates are subjected to inhumane living conditions with mold, leaks, and missing floors.