Inspector finds inhumane conditions, including overcrowding and self-harm, at Western Australia's Hakea Prison.

A report by Inspector Eamon Ryan reveals inhumane conditions at Western Australia's Hakea Prison. Inmates face limited fresh air, excessive lockdowns, and pest-infested cells due to insufficient staffing and overcrowding. These conditions lead to increased anger and dangerous behaviors like self-harm and assaults. The Justice Department has established a task force to improve conditions and recruit more staff.

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