Georgia Prisons: A Deadly Reality
Georgia prisons are experiencing a surge in violence and deaths, with at least 42 deaths being investigated as possible homicides in the first six months of 2025.
Staff think it's signs of drug use, but it’s just being poor and not being fed proper meals
A food warehouse worker's statement highlights the issue of hunger and poor nutrition in prisons. The Georgia Department of Corrections (GDC) blames contraband cell phones and drugs, but neglects to address "food deprivation" as a driver of prison violence.
- 42 deaths in GDC were being investigated as possible homicides in the first six months of 2025
- Food deprivation is common in GDC prisons
- Prisoners often lose 50 pounds of body weight during the first months of incarceration
Author's summary: Hunger fuels violence in Georgia prisons.
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