Charges Against Corrections Officers for 'Gladiator Fights' at Los Padrinos Juvenile Hall

SOURCE www.cbsnews.com
California Attorney General charges 30 corrections officers in Los Angeles County for enabling 'gladiator fights' at Los Padrinos Juvenile Hall, leading to child abuse and battery of 143 kids aged 12-18. The facility was closed due to systemic failures.

Key Points

  • 30 corrections officers charged for enabling 'gladiator fights'
  • 143 kids aged 12-18 were beaten during the fights
  • Los Padrinos Juvenile Hall closed due to systemic failures

Pros

  • California Attorney General taking action against misconduct in the corrections system
  • Accountability measures being put in place for officers involved

Cons

  • Serious allegations of child abuse, conspiracy, and battery in a juvenile detention facility