Gang Runs Baltimore City Jail, Says FBI

A bit Third World-y

Reason Staff | 4.26.2013 1:32 PM

Deep rooted corruption in the city jail system A massive smuggling ring involving drugs, sex and money between inmates and officers.

This, as state lawmakers are taking prison leaders to task.

Meghan McCorkell has just released new details.

The FBI says a prison gang has overrun the Baltimore City Detention Center for years. Now 25 people face federal charges.

A federal investigation into the Baltimore City Detention Center is revealing the lack of integrity and responsibility at the jail.

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Gang Runs Baltimore City Jail, Says FBI

A bit Third World-y

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