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Castaic Jail Brawl Still Under Investigation
Written by Robin Sandoval-March on August 26, 2010 – 6:24 am -CASTAIC, CA — 20 inmates along with 2 deputies were treated for minor injuries, when a widespread scuffle broke out at the Castaic, Pitchess Detention Center South Jail at approximately 2:30 p.m. on Sunday afternoon.
At least 200 inmates threw rocks and other items at Sheriff deputies, forcing them to retreat. They also vandalized the barracks at the facility. According to L.A. County spokesman Steve Whitmore, what sparked the fracas is still unclear.
To break things up, non-lethal stinger rounds were shot Read more »
