Death of Redwood City Street Racer in Jail Raises Concerns Over Inmate Safety

Kyle Harrison, convicted for a 2022 crash that killed two parents, died under unclear circumstances in a San Mateo County jail, prompting investigations and calls for reform.

• Kyle Harrison, 25, was found unresponsive in his cell at the Maple Street Correctional Center on March 15, 2025, just weeks after being sentenced to eight years in prison.
• Harrison had pleaded no contest to charges stemming from a 2022 street race that caused the deaths of Grace Spiridon and Gregory Ammen, leaving their twin daughters orphaned.
• His death marks the sixth inmate fatality in San Mateo County jails since 2023, intensifying scrutiny of jail conditions and oversight under Sheriff Christina Corpus.
• Investigations into the cause of Harrison's death are ongoing, with the sheriff’s office, coroner, and district attorney involved in separate inquiries.
• Advocacy groups, including Fixin’ SMC, are urging immediate action to address systemic issues in the county's correctional system, citing understaffing and inadequate oversight.

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