Inmates allege prolonged lockdowns, neglect at FCI McKean
The Bradford Era has received reports of another death at Federal Correctional Institution McKean. The alleged death would be the facility’s second in two weeks and the fourth in about 16 months. 
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December 26, 2025

Inmates allege prolonged lockdowns, neglect at FCI McKean

Inmates, family members and nonprofit advocacy organizations have alleged prolonged and ongoing lock...
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