Sixth Inmate Death at Wisconsin Prison Under Investigation

Former warden and staff face misconduct charges as scrutiny intensifies over prison conditions

Christopher McDonald, 57, was found dead in an apparent suicide at Waupun Correctional Institution.
Former warden Randall Hepp and eight staff members are charged with misconduct and inmate abuse.
Lawmakers are increasing pressure on the Wisconsin prison system following multiple inmate deaths.
A Senate committee is holding hearings to address systemic issues within the state’s correctional facilities.
The deaths have prompted calls for reform from families of inmates and former prison workers.