Early experiments in isolating inmates took place at a Philadelphia prison in the 1800s. Though discredited as cruel, the practice was later revived nationwide during the drug war.
Crime & Courts
A year after Roxanne Smart was killed, Chevak still waits for justice
The town had to live for nearly a year with a killer among them while they waited for the lab samples to come back.
JPD: Burglary suspect on the lam may be connected to Don Abel theft
Police say they “may have” collected some of the tools stolen from Don Abel from Albert Mazon. But much of the $4,000 in stolen tools and knives are unaccounted for and they want the public’s help.
Judge Rules Two Police Officers To Be Tried For Murder Of Homeless Man
The officers were on duty when they killed James Boyd near Albuquerque, N.M. The killing was one of several incidents that drew a rebuke from the U.S. Department of Justice.
Juveniles identified in Bethel preschool vandalism
The preliminary damage estimates exceed $50,000 for the vehicles and at least $50,000 to the preschool.
Woman pleads guilty to running a sex-trafficking ring, sentenced to 5 1/2 years
State Assistant Attorney General Adam Alexander says the case was not about the morality or legality of prostitution.
Vandals cause $100k in damages to Bethel preschool
“All of the toilets were clogged, the water was left running. We had several smart boards that were torn off the wall.”
Out-the-road thefts suspect leaves halfway house, wanted by JPD
Police arrested Albert Martin Mazon, 25, last week. He was charged with five felonies for theft and burglary. Escape would be a sixth felony charge.
Weaver: Petersburg rock pit explosion was suicide attempt
Mark Weaver was ordered to stay away from Petersburg as he serves out his five years on probation. He must also pay a $10,000 fine after last year’s incident.
Man accused of distributing child pornography arrested in South Carolina
Gene Geisler, 38, faces two to 12 years in prison for each count, if convicted, and could face 99 years behind bars