Prison Gangs

Two consecutive governors previously blocked parole for Rene “Boxer” Enriquez in part based on the argument that he is safer in prison than on the streets

"Gross understaffing," "uncontrolled gang activity," and inmates having "unfettered access to contraband" were among the DOJ's findings

The brutal attack left the officer temporarily without sight in her right eye

Staffing shortages are so severe at the facility that gangs and "inmate committees" control many aspects of life

Because contraband cell phones played such a major role in the 2018 Lee Correctional riot, SCDC knew they had to up their investigative game

The nationwide lockdown was prompted by fears of potential retaliation and concern violence could spread to other facilities

The surveillance video reveals a department struggling to maintain control

The proper handling and documenting of contraband evidence is important for investigative purposes

Corrections officers need a mix of technology, trained personnel and data sharing to dismantle criminal networks and activities within their facilities

Roman Nikoghosyan was captured on wiretaps talking with the inmate shortly after his July 10 escape

“It’s the inmates, as you can clearly see, who are running things here,” said the COs union director

Imprisoned members bragged about overseeing crews in Michigan's prison system

When analyzed in abstract terms, the intelligence process sounds vague, complicated and difficult to execute. This need not be the case

Technology acts as a force multiplier to help investigators keep tabs on arrivals and expose potential conflicts