California Institution for Men (CIM) is mourning the passing of Correctional Officer Lavell Sanders, Jr. The officer passed away Aug. 8, 2025.
Officer Sanders began his state career at Division of Juvenile Justice (DJJ) at the Ventura Youth Correctional Facility in November 2018 as a youth correctional counselor.
When DJJ closed in June 2023, he transferred to CIM where he remained until his untimely passing.
“Officer Sanders will be greatly missed by everyone who had the pleasure of knowing and working side by side with him. Our sincerest condolences to his family and friends during this difficult time,” according to a CIM statement.
Information regarding services is not yet available.
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