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| Alabama governor visits prison that has seen recent violence |
| By thealpenanews.com |
| Published: 03/16/2016 |
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ATMORE, Ala. (AP) — Alabama faces more prison uprisings unless problems of overcrowding are addressed, Gov. Robert Bentley said Tuesday after he visited a maximum-security facility that has seen two violent riots in the past several days. Bentley described the William C. Holman Correctional Facility as "archaic" and said the outdated buildings are dangerous for inmates and the people who guard them. "Part of the prison sentence is a punishment, we know that, but you've got to protect people," Bentley said. "Their lives have to be protected. It not only has to be safe for the inmates; it certainly has to be safe for the guards and the wardens." Last month, Bentley announced an initiative to build four new prisons — three for men and one for women — to reduce overcrowding and improve safety. The men's facilities would be designed to house at least 3,500 inmates. Most of the existing facilities would be closed. Read More. |
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