Over 150 Mississippi Inmates File Complaint Over Prison Conditions

Over 150 Mississippi Inmates File Complaint Over Prison Conditions

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The transcript discusses a complaint filed against Parchman prison in Mississippi, highlighting inhumane conditions such as lack of water, moldy food, and inadequate health care. The complaint, filed in the US District Court, describes severe security defects and a high ratio of prisoners to guards, leading to violence and trauma. Unit 29, known for its notorious conditions, was ordered to close after multiple inmate deaths. The US Justice Department has launched a civil rights investigation. Celebrities Jay-Z and Yo Gotti have supported the lawsuit, emphasizing the need for humane treatment of inmates.

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