Five former employees of the Dalton juvenile detention center have been indicted in connection with the death of a 16-year-old girl in 2022. The indictments include charges of cruelty to children and have raised concerns about the treatment of youth in custody. The individuals indicted are Maveis Brooks, Russell Ballard, Rebecka Phillips, Monica Hedrick, and David McKinney. The Department of Juvenile Justice has terminated the employment of these individuals and expressed their commitment to the well-being of those under their care. The case will be prosecuted by the Conasauga Judicial Circuit District Attorney’s office. This indictment highlights the need for improvements in the juvenile justice system to ensure the safety and well-being of young individuals in custody.
Five Former Detention Center Employees Indicted in 2022 Teen Death Case
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