2 Alabama corrections officers plead guilty to charges related to mentally ill inmate's frostbite death due to lack of care.
Two former corrections officers in Alabama are set to plead guilty to charges related to the death of a mentally ill inmate who froze to death in their custody. They failed to provide adequate care, resulting in the inmate's death from hypothermia. Their guilty pleas indicate an admission of responsibility, emphasizing the urgent need for improved training and oversight to ensure humane treatment for inmates, especially those with mental health issues.
October 09, 2024
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