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Teen Accused of Brutal Assault on Staff and Inmates at Overcrowded Juvenile Facility

Chehalis, WA — A juvenile at Green Hill School, a detention center for young offenders, faces multiple charges after allegedly assaulting a staff member and causing significant injuries on June 13. The 17-year-old, Dezmen Michael Belgarde, has been charged as an adult in Lewis County Superior Court with first-degree attempted robbery, second-degree assault, intimidating a public servant, and several counts of custodial assault, including an additional charge added later. According to police reports, the incidents …

Legal Turmoil at Waupun Correctional: Warden and Staff Arrested Amid Lawsuits and Calls for Civil Rights Probe

WAUPUN, Wis. — Following a series of alarming events at Waupun Correctional Institution, the public’s attention has been drawn to the prison following the recent arrest of its warden and eight other staff members. These arrests are connected to the deaths of inmates which are now under active investigation by the Dodge County Sheriff, who made the situation public two weeks prior. Amidst this upheaval, there are mounting legal challenges against the facility with four …

Wisconsin Maximum-Security Prison Staff Face Charges Over Inmate Deaths

Madison, Wisconsin – Authorities in Wisconsin have charged the warden and eight staff members at the state’s oldest maximum-security prison for negligence in the deaths of inmates under their care. The charges include misconduct in public office and felony inmate abuse, with allegations of failing to provide basic care resulting in tragic outcomes such as dehydration and delayed discovery of a stroke victim. The warden of Waupun Correctional Institution, Randall Hepp, is among those facing …

Maximum-Security Prison Staff Face Charges in Connection to Inmate Deaths

Madison, Wisconsin – The warden of a maximum-security prison in Wisconsin, along with eight members of his staff, have been charged in connection with the deaths of four inmates in the facility over the past year. Dodge County Sheriff Dale Schmidt announced during a news conference on Wednesday that Randall Hepp, the warden of Waupun Correctional Institution, is facing charges of misconduct in public office. The other staff members are charged with felonies related to …

Investigation ensnares Wisconsin warden and 8 staff members in inmate death case, sparking legal charges

MADISON, Wisconsin – A Wisconsin warden and eight staff members are facing charges following investigations into inmate deaths. The charges come after scrutiny into the deaths of multiple inmates under their care. The allegations have brought to light concerning practices within the Wisconsin prison system. Authorities have revealed that the warden and staff members have been accused of misconduct related to the treatment of inmates, specifically in the handling of medical emergencies. The investigations have …

Wisconsin warden and 8 staff members facing charges after inmate deaths investigation

MARINETTE, Wisconsin — A Wisconsin warden and eight of his staff members are facing charges following investigations into inmate deaths. The warden, along with the staff, has been accused of neglect and misconduct while in their positions at the state prison. The charges stem from multiple incidents involving inmate deaths within the facility over the past year. The investigations revealed a pattern of negligence and inadequate supervision that ultimately led to tragic outcomes for several …

Charges filed against Wisconsin prison staff after inmate deaths

Madison, Wisconsin – Authorities charged the warden of the Waupun Correctional Institution and eight staff members after multiple deaths occurred at the facility. The charges include misconduct in public office and felony inmate abuse. Dodge County Sheriff Dale Schmidt described the operation of the state’s oldest prison as dangerous and reckless during a news conference. Warden Randall Hepp, who faced serious charges, announced his retirement prior to the charges being made public. Investigations revealed a …

Maximum-Security Prison Staff Face Charges Following Inmate Deaths Investigation

Madison, Wisconsin – The warden of a maximum-security prison in Wisconsin, along with eight of his staff members, faced charges on Wednesday related to investigations into the deaths of four inmates within the past year. These charges come after disturbing revelations, such as an inmate’s death going unnoticed in his cell for at least 12 hours and allegations of inmate abuse. Randall Hepp, the warden of Waupun Correctional Institution, was charged with misconduct in public …

Wisconsin Warden and Staff Facing Charges in Inmate Death Investigations

MADISON, Wisconsin – A Wisconsin warden and eight staff members are facing charges in connection with investigations into inmate deaths, stirring up controversy within the state’s correctional system. The charges stem from incidents involving the neglect and mistreatment of inmates that resulted in fatalities. The warden and staff members are being held accountable for their roles in these unfortunate events. This development has sparked outrage among advocates for prisoner rights and has raised concerns about …

Charges Laid for Wisconsin Warden and 8 Staff Members After Investigations Into Inmate Deaths

MADISON, Wisconsin – A Wisconsin warden and eight staff members have been charged following investigations into inmate deaths within the state’s prison system. The charges come after a series of probes scrutinized the handling of two separate incidents where inmates ended up losing their lives. The Department of Corrections’ investigation revealed alleged neglect and misconduct by the warden and staff members in relation to the deaths of the two inmates. The charges range from negligence …