California State Prison, Sacramento among facilities placed on modified movement amid surge in violence

FOLSOM - Following a surge in violence, the California State Prison, Sacramento, along with several other facilities, has been placed on modified movement, according to correctional officers. This adjustment aims to enhance safety within the high-security sections of the prison.

Starting Saturday, meals in Level IV housing units will be delivered directly to inmates, and all movements, including showers, will be controlled. Additionally, phone calls, tablet communications, and visiting hours are temporarily restricted to minimize interactions and ensure security.

Despite these restrictions, inmates will continue to receive essential services such as medical care and legal appointments. This is crucial to maintain their rights and health during the modified movement period.

The decision follows a violent incident where inmate Jake T. Kennedy was found dead in his cell with multiple stab wounds, shortly after which his cellmate, Tyler L. Yates, was placed in restrictive housing. Yates is believed to be involved in a previous attack that resulted in the death of another inmate, highlighting ongoing safety concerns.

An investigation is currently underway, and the CDCR has extended modified movements to several other institutions, including Calipatria, Centinela, and Pelican Bay State Prisons. The duration of these heightened security measures remains uncertain as officials work to address the violence within the facilities.