A new plan to tackle ongoing serious issues at the Harris County Jail was approved by county commissioners on Tuesday.
A four part plan was approved, which will include pay for employees, body worn cameras for all detention staff, a new detention captain, as well as an FMLA Coordinator.FOX 26 Reporter Randy Wallace spoke exclusively with two former Harris County Jail employees who shared their experiences inside the Harris County Jail, which is already earning the nickname, the "House of Death.
FOX 26 Reporter Randy Wallace has more on the most recent inspection that was completed at the Harris County Jail.
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