Nine Wisconsin Prison Staff Charged in Inmate Deaths, Sparking Calls for Reform
Charges follow investigation into Waupun Correctional Institution where four inmates died under questionable circumstances.
- Former Warden Randall Hepp and eight other staff members face charges related to the deaths of two inmates.
- Dean Hoffmann and Tyshun Lemons' deaths did not result in charges despite family outrage.
- Ongoing investigations include potential contraband smuggling by prison staff.
- State lawmakers consider increased oversight and potential prison closures.
- Governor Evers orders a comprehensive report on internal investigations.