Waukegan, Illinois – An inmate at the Lake County Jail is facing charges after allegedly assaulting a correctional officer earlier this month. The incident occurred on January 3 when a correctional officer discovered inmate Raymond L. Smith, 46, from Zion, with an excessive number of books in his cell during routine rounds. Upon being told … Read more
Waupun, Wisconsin – The Waupun Correctional Institution is facing a series of federal civil lawsuits and a request for a federal civil rights investigation following the arrests of the warden and eight employees in connection with inmate deaths. The lawsuits allege mistreatment of prisoners and were filed before the arrests were announced on June 5. … Read more
Odenville, Alabama – A Death Row prisoner named Carey Dale Grayson was executed at the William C Holman Correctional Facility for the gruesome murder of a hitchhiker 30 years ago. Grayson made obscene gestures and swore at the prison warden, Terry Raybon, before his execution. The exchange prompted officials to turn off the microphone as … Read more
DUBLIN, IRELAND – A deadly attack in Cloverhill Prison early this morning has shocked authorities as a 43-year-old prisoner was found dead in his cell on the D1 landing. The incident, which also left a second inmate injured, prompted an immediate response from prison officers who were alerted by noises from the cell. According to … Read more
Tokyo, Japan – After more than five decades behind bars, Iwao Hakamata, the world’s longest-serving death row prisoner, has been declared innocent by a Japanese court. The 88-year-old man was wrongfully sentenced to death in 1968 for the murder of a family, a case that has drawn global scrutiny towards Japan’s criminal justice system and … Read more
Northampton, England – A serving prisoner in Northampton, England has been handed an extended sentence following a brutal attack. The incident, which took place recently, resulted in serious injuries to the victim and prompted swift action from authorities. Subsequent to a thorough investigation by Northamptonshire Police, the assailant was identified and brought to justice. The … Read more
Fairbourne, Wales – A tragic incident unfolded at HMP Maidstone, a prison located in Kent, England. A prisoner at the facility allegedly killed another inmate in what has been described as a ‘brutal attack’ before attempting to conceal the body. The violent act has shocked both the prison staff and inmates, raising questions about safety … Read more
Miami, Florida – A police officer in Miami, Florida, was recently fired after a video surfaced showing him attacking a prisoner. The officer, who has a history of violent behavior, was relieved of his duties following the disturbing incident. The video, which quickly went viral on social media, captured the officer physically assaulting a handcuffed … Read more
Boise, Idaho – An Idaho prisoner facing murder charges and the death penalty has opted to use a standing silent plea in court. This unusual legal strategy has caught the attention of many due to its rarity and potential implications in the case. By choosing to remain silent during the court proceedings, the defendant is … Read more
Waupun, Wisconsin – Recent developments have shed light on a series of federal civil lawsuits involving the Waupun Correctional Institution, prompting calls for a federal civil rights investigation. Following the arrest of the warden and eight staff members at the facility in connection with inmate deaths, concerns about prisoner mistreatment have come to the forefront. … Read more