State of play: The four inmates were fighting at a penitentiary in Beaumont, Texas. As a result, the Bureau of Prisons issued a nationwide lockdown “to ensure the good order of our institutions. We anticipate this security measure will be short-lived,” the BOP said in an emailed statement to Axios.
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All federal prisons in the US have been placed on lockdown after a gang fight left two inmates dead at a facility in Texas. Two other prisoners were seriously hurt in the violence at the high security Beaumont facility on Monday, the Federal Bureau of Prisons (BOP) said.9 hours ago
- The lockdown affects the agency’s over 120 federal prisons.
- The BOP said it “will continue to monitor events carefully and will adjust its operations accordingly as the situation evolves.”
Details: The BOP said no staff was injured and the public was not in danger, according to a press release.
- The incident in the penitentiary in Beaumont, Texas started at approximately 11:30 a.m. local time.
- The two inmates that were pronounced dead were named Guillermo Rojas and Andrew Pineda, they were each sentenced for carjacking and interference with interstate commerce and racketeer influenced and corrupt organizations conspiracy.
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What is different about federal prison?
Security: Federal prisons generally have greater security, while state prisons are still secure, but less so. Number of prisoners: Because white collar crime is less common, federal prisons are often less populated than state prisons.
What is a federal prison called?
Minimum security institutions, also known as Federal Prison Camps (FPCs), have dormitory housing, a relatively low staff-to-inmate ratio, and limited or no perimeter fencing. These institutions are work- and program-oriented.
What crimes are in federal prison? Statistics
| Offense | # of Inmates | % of Inmates |
|---|---|---|
| Drug Offenses | 64,355 | 45.3% |
| Extortion, Fraud, Bribery | 6,296 | 4.4% |
| Homicide, Aggravated Assault, and Kidnapping Offenses | 4,478 | 3.2% |
| Immigration | 6,841 | 4.8% |
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