Mentally Ill Detained on Rikers Often Locked up in Cells For Weeks, Report Says
Rikers Island's treatment of mentally ill detainees violates city regulations, leading to severe deterioration of their conditions.
Man arrested under Russia's 'international LGBT extremism' law dies in custody
Andrei Kotov, a Russian travel agency director targeting LGBT tourism, died by suicide in custody after alleging he was beaten and coerced.
They beat him and killed him': The death of a political prisoner in a Cuban jail
Dania Maria Esplugas vehemently believes her son was murdered by prison authorities, rejecting the government's claims of suicide and highlighting signs of abuse.
Organizations Demand Prison Population Reduction After Helene
North Carolina organizations demand the release of 400 women and 1,500 men from overcrowded prisons following severe hurricane damage and inhumane conditions.
Family of Jailed Iranian Nobel Laureate Says She's Fighting for Her Life
Narges Mohammadi's health is declining in prison due to denial of medical care, and her family fears for her life.
Switzerland, France press Iran after prison 'suicide' DW 01/10/2025
Switzerland and France press Iran over the deaths and detentions of their citizens amid rising diplomatic tensions.
Mentally Ill Detained on Rikers Often Locked up in Cells For Weeks, Report Says
Rikers Island's treatment of mentally ill detainees violates city regulations, leading to severe deterioration of their conditions.
Man arrested under Russia's 'international LGBT extremism' law dies in custody
Andrei Kotov, a Russian travel agency director targeting LGBT tourism, died by suicide in custody after alleging he was beaten and coerced.
They beat him and killed him': The death of a political prisoner in a Cuban jail
Dania Maria Esplugas vehemently believes her son was murdered by prison authorities, rejecting the government's claims of suicide and highlighting signs of abuse.
Organizations Demand Prison Population Reduction After Helene
North Carolina organizations demand the release of 400 women and 1,500 men from overcrowded prisons following severe hurricane damage and inhumane conditions.
Family of Jailed Iranian Nobel Laureate Says She's Fighting for Her Life
Narges Mohammadi's health is declining in prison due to denial of medical care, and her family fears for her life.
Switzerland, France press Iran after prison 'suicide' DW 01/10/2025
Switzerland and France press Iran over the deaths and detentions of their citizens amid rising diplomatic tensions.
Heinous double-murderer spared death sentence by Biden now wants to be freed, arguing 'compassionate release'
Brandon Council, a double-murderer, seeks compassionate release due to claims of psychological harm from his prison conditions.
"I Did 4 Years In Women's Prison": 24 Honest Confessions From A Former Inmate
The U.S. houses more than 1.9 million incarcerated individuals, with significant insights into prison life revealed by a former inmate's Reddit discussion.
Heinous double-murderer spared death sentence by Biden now wants to be freed, arguing 'compassionate release'
Brandon Council, a double-murderer, seeks compassionate release due to claims of psychological harm from his prison conditions.
"I Did 4 Years In Women's Prison": 24 Honest Confessions From A Former Inmate
The U.S. houses more than 1.9 million incarcerated individuals, with significant insights into prison life revealed by a former inmate's Reddit discussion.
Prison guard had both wrists broken while breaking up gang fight
Pentonville Prison faces severe overcrowding and violence, impacting safety and rehabilitation.
The anteroom to hell': Over 120 killed and 59 injured in attempted escape from DRC's largest prison
The attempted jailbreak at Makala prison resulted in significant casualties, emphasizing the dire conditions and overcrowding issues within the DRC prison system.
HMP Wandsworth living conditions are inhumane', finds report
Wandsworth prison is overcrowded and unsafe, with inhumane conditions made worse by vermin infestations and alarming rates of violence and self-harm among inmates.
Squalid Wandsworth Prison has 'worst year in memory'
HMP Wandsworth faces critical overcrowding and violence, characterized by inhumane conditions and insufficient staffing.
Nearly half of prisoners at HMP Brixton tell watchdog it is easy to obtain drugs
HMP Brixton fails to prepare inmates for release, with overcrowding and lack of programs leading to increased drug use and poor rehabilitation.
The Legacy of the British Legal System Continues to Inflict Misery in Sierra Leone
The justice system in Sierra Leone fails many individuals, particularly those accused of minor crimes, resulting in long detentions without trials.
Prison guard had both wrists broken while breaking up gang fight
Pentonville Prison faces severe overcrowding and violence, impacting safety and rehabilitation.
The anteroom to hell': Over 120 killed and 59 injured in attempted escape from DRC's largest prison
The attempted jailbreak at Makala prison resulted in significant casualties, emphasizing the dire conditions and overcrowding issues within the DRC prison system.
HMP Wandsworth living conditions are inhumane', finds report
Wandsworth prison is overcrowded and unsafe, with inhumane conditions made worse by vermin infestations and alarming rates of violence and self-harm among inmates.
Squalid Wandsworth Prison has 'worst year in memory'
HMP Wandsworth faces critical overcrowding and violence, characterized by inhumane conditions and insufficient staffing.
Nearly half of prisoners at HMP Brixton tell watchdog it is easy to obtain drugs
HMP Brixton fails to prepare inmates for release, with overcrowding and lack of programs leading to increased drug use and poor rehabilitation.
The Legacy of the British Legal System Continues to Inflict Misery in Sierra Leone
The justice system in Sierra Leone fails many individuals, particularly those accused of minor crimes, resulting in long detentions without trials.
Even the breeze was hot': how incarcerated people survive extreme heat in prison
Extreme heat in prisons is a critical health crisis exacerbated by climate change, leading to increased mortality and psychological distress among inmates.
Florida wants feds to toss out prison heat case claiming inmate rights violations at Miami-Dade facility
Florida corrections officials argue that the U.S. Constitution does not require comfortable prisons, seeking dismissal of a lawsuit over extreme heat conditions.
Georgia State Prisons have housed LGBTQ+ inmates in horrific conditions new DOJ report found
The DOJ report condemns Georgia's prison conditions for violating the Eighth Amendment and highlights risks to LGBTI inmates. They face rampant violence and abuse.
Even the breeze was hot': how incarcerated people survive extreme heat in prison
Extreme heat in prisons is a critical health crisis exacerbated by climate change, leading to increased mortality and psychological distress among inmates.
Florida wants feds to toss out prison heat case claiming inmate rights violations at Miami-Dade facility
Florida corrections officials argue that the U.S. Constitution does not require comfortable prisons, seeking dismissal of a lawsuit over extreme heat conditions.
Georgia State Prisons have housed LGBTQ+ inmates in horrific conditions new DOJ report found
The DOJ report condemns Georgia's prison conditions for violating the Eighth Amendment and highlights risks to LGBTI inmates. They face rampant violence and abuse.
6 Virginia Inmates Have Burned Themselves. Lawmakers Want to Know Why.
Conditions at Virginia's Red Onion State Prison have raised concerns after inmates harmed themselves using improvised devices, inviting calls for an investigation.
Prisoners Say Routine Use of Lockdowns Has Led to More Violence and Suicides
Mitchell Bolder's tragic suicide highlights the impact of prolonged lockdowns and mental health neglect in prisons.
6 Virginia Inmates Have Burned Themselves. Lawmakers Want to Know Why.
Conditions at Virginia's Red Onion State Prison have raised concerns after inmates harmed themselves using improvised devices, inviting calls for an investigation.
Prisoners Say Routine Use of Lockdowns Has Led to More Violence and Suicides
Mitchell Bolder's tragic suicide highlights the impact of prolonged lockdowns and mental health neglect in prisons.
Special Master Slams Conditions at FCI Dublin in Report | KQED
The facility faced serious issues including staffing shortages and ongoing mistreatment of inmates, prompting concerns about accountability and systemic neglect.
'Tiger King' star Joe Exotic, 61, quarantined with scabies in Fort Worth prison: lawyer
Joe Exotic has been quarantined due to scabies, reflecting ongoing health concerns in his prison environment.
Special Master Slams Conditions at FCI Dublin in Report | KQED
The facility faced serious issues including staffing shortages and ongoing mistreatment of inmates, prompting concerns about accountability and systemic neglect.
'Tiger King' star Joe Exotic, 61, quarantined with scabies in Fort Worth prison: lawyer
Joe Exotic has been quarantined due to scabies, reflecting ongoing health concerns in his prison environment.
Sean Diddy' Combs has surprise roommate in federal lockup: Sam Bankman-Fried
Sean Diddy Combs faces serious federal charges after being moved to Brooklyn's Metropolitan Detention Center, sharing space with FTX founder Sam Bankman-Fried.
P. Diddy and Sam Bankman Fried Are Jail Bunkmates
P. Diddy and Sam Bankman-Fried are unlikely roommates at a notorious federal detention center amid serious criminal allegations.
Extranos companeros de celda en Brooklyn: Sean Combs y Sam Bankman-Fried
Sean Combs enfrenta graves acusaciones en prisión mientras comparte alojamiento con Sam Bankman-Fried, quien también está bajo custodia relacionada con crímenes financieros.
Sean Diddy' Combs has surprise roommate in federal lockup: Sam Bankman-Fried
Sean Diddy Combs faces serious federal charges after being moved to Brooklyn's Metropolitan Detention Center, sharing space with FTX founder Sam Bankman-Fried.
P. Diddy and Sam Bankman Fried Are Jail Bunkmates
P. Diddy and Sam Bankman-Fried are unlikely roommates at a notorious federal detention center amid serious criminal allegations.
Extranos companeros de celda en Brooklyn: Sean Combs y Sam Bankman-Fried
Sean Combs enfrenta graves acusaciones en prisión mientras comparte alojamiento con Sam Bankman-Fried, quien también está bajo custodia relacionada con crímenes financieros.
Gunfire, gang rapes and missing inmates: Inside a deadly DRC jailbreak
The disastrous conditions in Makala prison exacerbated a deadly escape attempt, resulting in significant loss of life and human rights violations.
Israel Is Holding Thousands of Palestinians Captive - Including Children
The ongoing Israeli raids and detentions of Palestinians raise serious concerns about human rights abuses and the treatment of detainees.
EU slaps sanctions on Russian justice officials blamed for jailing Alexei Navalny
The EU imposed sanctions on Russian officials responsible for Alexei Navalny's imprisonment and death.
The sanctions involve asset freezes and travel bans on 33 officials and two prisons, holding Russia's political leadership accountable for human rights violations.
Gunfire, gang rapes and missing inmates: Inside a deadly DRC jailbreak
The disastrous conditions in Makala prison exacerbated a deadly escape attempt, resulting in significant loss of life and human rights violations.
Israel Is Holding Thousands of Palestinians Captive - Including Children
The ongoing Israeli raids and detentions of Palestinians raise serious concerns about human rights abuses and the treatment of detainees.
EU slaps sanctions on Russian justice officials blamed for jailing Alexei Navalny
The EU imposed sanctions on Russian officials responsible for Alexei Navalny's imprisonment and death.
The sanctions involve asset freezes and travel bans on 33 officials and two prisons, holding Russia's political leadership accountable for human rights violations.
Ministers 'ignoring serious concerns over violence and staffing at HMP Wandsworth' - new report
HMP Wandsworth faces severe issues like violence, low staffing, and inhumane conditions, neglected by ministers, according to a recent report.
Inside overcrowded, vermin-infested' Wandsworth jail as guard accused of inmate sex
Inspectors warned about crumbling, overcrowded HMP Wandsworth with systemic failures and recent scandals including a prison officer allegedly having sex with an inmate.
Ministers 'ignoring serious concerns over violence and staffing at HMP Wandsworth' - new report
HMP Wandsworth faces severe issues like violence, low staffing, and inhumane conditions, neglected by ministers, according to a recent report.
Inside overcrowded, vermin-infested' Wandsworth jail as guard accused of inmate sex
Inspectors warned about crumbling, overcrowded HMP Wandsworth with systemic failures and recent scandals including a prison officer allegedly having sex with an inmate.
The Tories are letting stalkers and abusers out of prison - what better way to start an election campaign? | Frances Ryan
Politicians overlook justice system chaos, leading to unfair prison conditions, early release of offenders, risk to public safety, and inadequate support for victims.
Zip ties, cold air, strip searches: Ont. jail officials probe alleged assault on inmates by guards | CBC News
An investigation is underway into a reported assault on inmates by officers at an Ontario jail, following a disturbing incident captured on video.
The Tories are letting stalkers and abusers out of prison - what better way to start an election campaign? | Frances Ryan
Politicians overlook justice system chaos, leading to unfair prison conditions, early release of offenders, risk to public safety, and inadequate support for victims.
Zip ties, cold air, strip searches: Ont. jail officials probe alleged assault on inmates by guards | CBC News
An investigation is underway into a reported assault on inmates by officers at an Ontario jail, following a disturbing incident captured on video.
Op-Ed | New York must protect incarcerated Trans people by passing the GIRDS Act now | amNewYork
Prisons and jails can be dehumanizing and cruel, especially for transgender individuals.
At FCI Dublin, all of the prisoners have been cleared out
All inmates from FCI Dublin have been transferred, released, or placed in community settings following the closure due to dysfunction and abuse at the facility.
Texas Prisons Are Keeping Inmates At Sweltering Temperatures
Prisons in Texas have extreme heat conditions reaching above 100 degrees, impacting both inmates and staff.
The lack of air conditioning in Texas state prisons contributes to staff shortages and difficulties in filling vacancies.
Wandsworth Prison: Rats and sewage unbearable, volunteer says
Conditions at HMP Wandsworth are described as unbearable, with basic standards not being met and safety concerns rampant.
El Chapo's desperate pleas for more supermax prison visits, calls with wife, daughters rejected
A Brooklyn federal judge rejected El Chapo's request for more contact with family, directing him to address the Bureau of Prisons.
Force used 10 times a week against women in Eastwood prison - report
High use of force at HMP Eastwood
Rising incidents involving mental health problems
Perspective | Watchdog reports cite long-standing crises in federal prisons
The Federal Bureau of Prisons is facing criticism for dangerous housing conditions and failing to correct problems, potentially risking the safety of inmates and the public.
The agency has a history of long-standing challenges and a broken system, as highlighted by critical watchdog reports and inclusion in the High-Risk list.
Prison Lockdowns Are Becoming More Frequent and More Brutal Across the US
Many prisons in the US have placed general population adults under lockdown for prolonged periods of time.
Lockdowns in prisons often result in inhumane treatment and deprivation of basic needs.
The Guardian view on overcrowded prisons: James Timpson's arrival is a signal of hope | Editorial
The appointment of James Timpson as prisons minister signals a socially liberal, reformist approach to criminal justice, focusing on rehabilitation over punishment.
The prison and court systems are on the verge of collapse. Why aren't Labour or the Tories talking about it? | Samira Shackle
The criminal justice system in England and Wales is on the brink of collapse due to overcrowded prisons and underfunding.
Woman arrested after video apparently shows UK prison officer having sex with inmate
Prison officer arrested after video allegedly showing sex with inmate emerges from HMP Wandsworth