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Inmates Turn Tablets Into Weapons | Seattle News
Inmates in King County jails are turning prison-issued tablets into deadly weapons, sparking alarm among staff and union leaders. Union president Dennis Folk, with 28 years on the job, says he’s never seen such widespread weapon-making—and his son works as a corrections officer there. Tablets, meant for education and communication, are being shattered and repurposed into shanks, with no meaningful consequences for offenders. Folk demands accountability, calling out jail leadership for prioritizing gaming over safety. The Department hasn’t confirmed the claims, but tensions are rising as…
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