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GDC: 12 inmates charged in ‘gang-affiliated disturbance’ at … – WGXA

Watchfacebook icontwitter iconACCESSIBILITYGDC: 12 inmates charged in 'gang-affiliated disturbance' at Washington State Prisonby Leah Kincaid 0CommentShare storySharetopics: Washington State PrisonGang disturbanceInmates chargedFelony murderGeorgia Department of CorrectionsPrison violenceFelony assaultInvestigation(WGXA) — 12 inmates are facing additional felony charges in January's "gang-affiliated disturbance" at Washington State Prison that left four inmates dead and over a dozen injured. The …

12 Georgia inmates face murder charges after January prison fight killed 4 – AJC.com

12 Georgia inmates face murder charges after January prison fight killed 4 DAVISBORO — Twelve prisoners have been charged with murder and other crimes in a fight that left four inmates dead and a dozen injured at a Georgia state prison in January, corrections officials confirmed Monday. The fighting broke out Jan. 11 in an …

Live Roaches, Dead Mouse Cited on Coastal State Prison Health Inspection • The Georgia Virtue

Live roaches and flies and a dead mouse were among the violations cited on Coastal State Prison’s most recent health inspection conducted by the state alongside observations of mold throughout the entire kitchen. A number of repeat violations led to the grade of ’70’ for the Georgia Department of Corrections facility in its recent health …

12 inmates charged in Washington State Prison riot that left 4 people dead: GDC – 13WMAZ

The Georgia Department of Corrections says a dozen inmates now face charges after a deadly riot at Washington State Prison that left four dead. WASHINGTON COUNTY, Ga. — The Georgia Department of Corrections says 12 inmates are now facing charges in connection with a deadly riot at Washington State Prison. According to the Washington County …

Man could be freed after decades in prison after new evidence of pneumonia in baby’s death – WTOC

Man could be freed after decades in prison after new evidence of pneumonia in baby’s death WTOC

Georgia inmate charged in phone fraud scheme targeting Florida residents

Georgia inmate charged in phone fraud scheme targeting Florida residents Man incarcerated in Georgia accused of impersonating Florida deputy DOOLY COUNTY, Ga. (WALB) – A Georgia inmate is facing charges in Florida, in connection to a phone-based fraud scheme targeting Florida residents. The Flagler County Sheriff’s Office obtained an arrest warrant for Abraham Rivas, 32, …

Georgia inmate charged in fraud scheme impersonating Flagler County deputy – WESH

Georgia inmate charged in fraud scheme impersonating Flagler County deputy Georgia inmate charged in fraud scheme impersonating Flagler County deputy JUDGE SAID THAT WOULD NOT BE ENOUGH TO CONVINCE A JURY TO ACQUIT HIM. A GEORGIA PRISONER IS ACCUSED OF RUNNING A SCAM TARGETING PEOPLE IN FLAGLER COUNTY. DEPUTIES SAY ABRAHAM RIVAS PRETENDED TO BE …

Georgia prison system to pay $4 million after death of inmate, lawyer says – Yahoo

Georgia prison system to pay $4 million after death of inmate, lawyer says The family of a dead Georgia state prisoner is expected to get $4 million in a settlement agreement after suing the Georgia Department of Corrections. The family of David Henegar sued GDOC after saying guards knew he was in danger but would …

Inmate dies at Baldwin State Prison, investigation underway

Inmate dies at Baldwin State Prison, investigation underway The death is being investigated by the GDC’s Office of Professional Standards, and the investigation is ongoing. April 10, 2026 Monica Diaz-Meek, MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – An inmate died Sunday at Baldwin State Prison, according to the Georgia Department of Corrections. The inmate was identified as Ricky …

Judge Compares Federal Bureau of Prisons to “Soviet Gulag”

The federal Bureau of Prisons headquarters in Washington, D.C.Wikimedia Commons | AgnosticPreachersKid Elizabeth Weill-GreenbergApr 09, 2026 Share Copy Link Email Facebook Twitter Bluesky WhatsApp Reddit LinkedIn In a scathing ruling, a federal judge lambasted the Bureau of Prisons (BOP) for neglecting the medical needs of incarcerated people, comparing federal lock-ups to the “Soviet Gulag.” “Outside …