Five current and former inmates from the D.C. jail have filed a lawsuit against the facility. They claim staff failed to prevent and properly handle fires started by another inmate. This inmate had previously stated intentions of self-harm.
According to the complaint, the situation left inmates in a state of terror as smoke filled their unit. The incident highlights concerns over the safety and management within the Central Detention Facility.
The lawsuit calls attention to the need for effective intervention and safety measures to prevent such dangerous situations.
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