Prison

Federal Judge Greenlights Excessive Force Lawsuit Against Colorado Prison Staff

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Denver, Colorado – A federal judge has allowed a lawsuit alleging excessive force to move forward against multiple employees at a local prison, which could lead to significant legal repercussions for the correctional facility. This decision marks a pivotal moment in the case, highlighting ongoing concerns about the treatment of inmates within the justice system. The lawsuit arises from an incident that occurred in 2020, when the plaintiff, an inmate, claimed he was subjected to unreasonable physical force by prison staff while being restrained. According to court documents, the incident left the inmate with serious … Read more

Six Inmates Indicted on 66 Felony Counts Following Violent Attack on Virginia Prison Officers

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NORTON, Va. — Six inmates affiliated with gangs have been indicted in connection with a violent assault on three correctional officers at Wallen Ridge State Prison. The announcement was made by Virginia Attorney General Jason Miyares along with Brett Hall, the Commonwealth’s Attorney for Wise County and Norton. The incident occurred on May 2, resulting in two officers being stabbed multiple times and a third officer facing physical assault. The group now faces 66 felony charges collectively, reflecting the severity of the attack and the ramifications for the individuals involved. The indictments detail specific charges … Read more

Omaha Convenience Store Owner Dodges Prison Time After Drug-Related Charges

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OMAHA, Neb. — The owner of a local convenience store has been placed on probation following a plea related to the sale of illegal drugs. Yaser Shohatee, who owns Goodies Convenience Store located near 90th and Maple, received a 24-month probation sentence after pleading no contest to attempted possession with intent to distribute earlier this year. The case came to light after a police investigation that led to a search warrant executed last year at Shohatee’s store. During the operation, officers discovered a variety of illegal substances, including THC products, fentanyl pills, and mushroom bars. … Read more

Human Rights Crisis: Five Deported Foreign Nationals Face Unlawful Detention in Eswatini’s Maximum Security Prison

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Matsapha, Eswatini — Five men deported from the United States last month under a covert agreement with the Eswatini government are now incarcerated at the Matsapha Correctional Complex, the nation’s primary maximum-security facility. Despite serving their criminal sentences, these foreign nationals are being held without access to legal representation, according to Sibusiso Nhlabatsi, a local attorney advocating on their behalf. Nhlabatsi disclosed this troubling situation on Friday, stating that the men, who hail from countries including Cuba, Jamaica, Laos, Yemen, and Vietnam, have been unable to meet with legal counsel since their arrival in Eswatini … Read more