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Prison Staff Praised, Procedures Criticized in Inmate's Overdose Death

Prison Staff Praised, Procedures Criticized in Inmate's Overdose Death

Update: 2025-12-21
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Steven Blake, a convicted sex offender, died by overdose in prison, despite receiving mental health care. The prison staff was praised for their compassion, but a report flagged missed risk checks leading to new medication, highlighting the challenge of balancing inmate mental health and safety.

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Prison Staff Praised, Procedures Criticized in Inmate's Overdose Death

Prison Staff Praised, Procedures Criticized in Inmate's Overdose Death