Justice Department Investigates Sexual Abuse in California Women's Prisons
Federal inquiry targets Central California Women's Facility and California Institution for Women over staff misconduct allegations.
- Hundreds of lawsuits filed by inmates allege groping, rape, and harassment by correctional officers.
- Investigation follows reports of systemic issues and lack of accountability in handling abuse complaints.
- Former correctional officer Gregory Rodriguez faces trial for 96 counts of sexual abuse.
- Civil rights groups and advocates welcome the Justice Department's intervention.
- California Department of Corrections pledges cooperation and transparency during the investigation.
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