File
In this June 18, 2015, photo, a prisoner walks near his crowded living area in Elmore Correctional Facility in Elmore, Ala.
Prison officials have made a host of changes in the wake of the killings of two staffers by two inmates at the Anamosa State Penitentiary on March 23, reshuffling wardens across facilities, freezing inmate job assignments, and putting other work opportunities on hold. While some steps appear temporary, advocates are concerned that the attack could lead to a broader rollback of opportunities behind bars.
Before the attack at Anamosa, Anji’s brother prided himself on working maintenance at the prison. At times, he worked unsupervised, carrying his tools to his job site and then reporting back when he was done.