Four dead. Five officers for 69 posts. Zero incident reports filed. A coroner who claims no knowledge of deaths he confirmed to media. Open records expose what Georgia tried to hide about the January 2026 Washington State Prison riot.
Georgia added $700 million to its corrections budget between FY 2022 and FY 2026—the fastest spending growth in agency history. GDC investigated 66 deaths as homicides in 2024. Staffing remains 50-76% vacant. The DOJ found healthcare unconstitutional. The money bought nothing.
Gang violence killed 100+ in Georgia prisons in 2024. The DOJ found gangs control entire housing units. Arizona cut violence 50% with gang separation. Texas achieved major reductions in homicide. The solution exists—Georgia refuses to implement it. This reference guide explains the crisis, the evidence, and what you can do.