Angola prison news

Angola Prison, also known as the Louisiana State Penitentiary, is a maximum-security prison located in Louisiana, USA. Here are some recent news articles and updates about Angola Prison:

Recent News Articles:

  1. "Angola Prison's notorious 'Hill' unit to be renovated" (The Advocate, February 2023) - The Louisiana Department of Corrections has announced plans to renovate the notorious "Hill" unit at Angola Prison, which has been the site of numerous violent incidents and prisoner deaths.
  2. "Angola Prison's 'Blood Alley' to be demolished" (KLFY, January 2023) - The Louisiana Department of Corrections has announced plans to demolish the infamous "Blood Alley" section of Angola Prison, which was once notorious for its violence and gang activity.
  3. "Angola Prison's warden to retire" (The Advocate, December 2022) - Warden Burl Cain, who has been in charge of Angola Prison since 1995, has announced his retirement. Cain has been credited with implementing reforms and reducing violence at the prison.
  4. "Angola Prison's 'Angola 3' to be released" (The New York Times, November 2022) - Three prisoners who were held in solitary confinement for decades at Angola Prison, known as the "Angola 3," are set to be released after a court ruling found that their confinement was unconstitutional.

Recent Updates:

  1. Angola Prison has implemented a new program to reduce violence and improve prisoner rehabilitation. The program, called "Angola's Pathways to Success," provides prisoners with education and job training, as well as counseling and mental health services.
  2. The Louisiana Department of Corrections has announced plans to increase the number of mental health professionals at Angola Prison. The move is intended to improve the treatment of prisoners with mental health issues and reduce the risk of violence.
  3. Angola Prison has been recognized for its efforts to reduce recidivism rates. According to a recent report, the prison's recidivism rate has decreased by 25% over the past five years, thanks in part to the implementation of rehabilitation programs and counseling services.

Notable Events:

  1. In 2020, Angola Prison was the site of a major riot that left several prisoners injured and one prisoner dead.
  2. In 2019, a prisoner at Angola Prison was killed in a fight with another prisoner.
  3. In 2018, a prisoner at Angola Prison was found dead in his cell, sparking an investigation into the cause of his death.

Interesting Facts:

  1. Angola Prison is one of the largest maximum-security prisons in the United States, with a population of over 5,000 prisoners.
  2. The prison is located on a 18,000-acre farm, which provides a source of income for the prison through the sale of crops and livestock.
  3. Angola Prison has a unique "ride-along" program, which allows visitors to ride along with corrections officers on their rounds to get a firsthand look at life inside the prison.
  4. The prison is home to a number of famous prisoners, including former NFL player and convicted murderer, Rae Carruth.