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11 hours ago

San Jose man who killed college instructor under investigation in cellmate's prison death

Eddie Ruiz, 36, was reportedly blocking view of his cell at High Desert State Prison in Susanville where he is serving a lifetime prison sentence without the possibility of parole the afternoon of Oct. 17, according to the California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation. When Ruiz was ordered to remove the obstruction, correctional officers observed blood and cell mate Roman Ruiz with visible wounds, the CDCR stated in a news release.
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fromThe Mercury News
3 weeks ago

California prison officials investigating Bay Area inmate death

An inmate at California State Prison, Solano was fatally stabbed in the Facility B recreation yard; two inmates are under investigation.
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fromLos Angeles Times
4 months ago

Inmate recaptured after brief escape from L.A. County firefighting camp

Inmate escape and recapture from L.A. County firefighting camp underscores security concerns at such facilities.
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fromLos Angeles Times
5 months ago

Robber who escaped L.A. County reentry program facility is captured in Vegas

Successful reentry programs in California face challenges with escapes, yet aim to reduce recidivism and aid rehabilitation efforts.
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