Office Of Gov. Robert Bentley Responds To DOJ’s Tutwiler Prison Sexual Abuse Investigation Report
The office of Governor Robert Bentley responds to released report from Department of Justice on Julia Tutwiler Prison investigation. The report indicates prisoners have been living in a sexualized environment with abusive and sexual behavior between staff and prisoners. “Governor Bentley is supportive of Commissioner Thomas’ proactive measures to address the needs and issues in our prison system,” Said Governor Bentley’s Communication’s Director, Jennifer Ardis. “The Department of Corrections has been putting recommendations from the NIC report in place since last January. It is important to ensure safety of inmates and staff inside our prisons, and the Governor is supportive of Commissioner Thomas’ efforts to do just that,” Said Ardis. The report also indicates if DOJ and DOC officials are unable to reach a resolution regarding the sexual abuse concerns, the Attorney General may initiate a lawsuit.
