Alicia Upton's tragic death highlights severe deficiencies in mental health care for detainees, as systemic issues within the Riverside County jails led to preventable suicides.
The investigation revealed a concerning pattern in Riverside County jails where mental health issues are inadequately addressed, increasing the risk of suicide among detainees.
Despite being housed in a unit meant for mental health support, the response time by deputies to Upton's distress signal was alarmingly inadequate, showcasing systemic failures.
The Riverside County jails reported 19 deaths in 2022, marking a significant spike, with suicides highlighting persistent failures in safeguarding the well-being of vulnerable inmates.
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