Federal Judge Finds NYC in Contempt Over Rikers Island Conditions
#RikersIsland #PrisonViolenceA federal judge found New York City in contempt for failing to address violence at Rikers Island prison nearly a decade after a settlement meant to improve conditions. The ruling might lead to outside supervision of the jails. read more
Deadly prison brawl leaves 15 dead in Ecuador's largest penitentiary
#Ecuador #PrisonViolenceAt Ecuador's largest prison, Litoral Penitentiary in Guayaquil, a fight between inmates results in 15 dead and 14 injured. The prison has a history of violence, with frequent riots and mass killings. Authorities deploy police and military to take control as helicopters fly over. read more