By Laura Maggi
The Times-Picayune
BRIDGE CITY, La. — Fights between the young offenders housed at the Bridge City Center for Youth were often a near-daily occurrence last year. But more recent statistics show such incidents are much less prevalent this year, although the facility is still plagued with a high staff turnover rate that agency leaders say hinders progress.
Earlier this year, judges and advocates for youth complained that fights and the constantly changing staff at the secure facility had resulted in the state essentially failing in its commitment to rehabilitation.
Agency leaders defended their record, particularly about the level of violence, but admitted changes were needed to ensure the facility was sufficiently staffed.
Full story: Fights decline at Bridge City youth center, although problems with staff turnover remain