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US DOJ finds ‘unbroken pattern’ of sexual abuse by California prison staff

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Times Bay AreaPublished August 15, 2026Updated August 15, 2026English

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US DOJ finds ‘unbroken pattern’ of sexual abuse by California prison staff
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A federal investigation has identified a pattern of sexual abuse within California prisons, raising important questions about safety and oversight in the state's correctional system.

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