Questions remain after four juveniles at a San Diego County detention center were taken to the hospital for what is being referred to as “possible overdoses.”
A total of 150 juveniles are currently held at youth detention centers across San Diego County. Juveniles can suffer from long-term physical and mental health issues when they endure long periods of isolation and detention.
The violations were documented in a January report from the Board of State and Community Corrections. County officials have agreed to improve their practices and said corrective changes have begun.