A total of 48 incarcerated persons were involved in a riot at Wasco State Prison – Reception Center (WSP) on Thursday, Feb. 12.
Officers immediately responded, utilizing chemical agents and non-lethal force options to quell the incident. Upon gaining compliance, three incarcerated individuals were transported to an outside medical facility for further treatment. Four improvised weapons were discovered at the scene. Two staff members experienced injuries and are OK.
Programs will be modified to conduct a thorough investigation into the cause of the riot.
Peer Support and Employee Assistance Program services are being offered to employees. The California Correctional Peace Officers Association was notified.
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