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Tuns out, now that the tapes and such have been reviewed, that the thing started out over a basketball game. Seems as though it got a bit heated, and tempers flared.  There were only about 25-30 inmates involved, and it was contained to the outside recreation yard.  All staff were and are safe and uninjured.  This is 100% due to the professionalism maintained during these types of situations. I have been here 4 years, and I can tell you now, this one made me pucker up pretty tight at first. That is one hell of a phone to get on a Friday evening.

One thing good about the thing is that it opens up eyes. These aren't your typical citizens we deal with in here on a daily basis.  These guys are bad, mad, and violent. Not to mention, they hate our guts. Situations like these can easily get out of control and people can get hurt, or worse. Sometimes we take for granted just how terrible thses guys are, and last night we got a front row seat to their violent behavior.

Corrections and correctional staff are a much underappreciated group. We put our lives on the line every single time we walk in the front gates.  No matter what your position in this facility is, you are surronded by 820 convicted felons. Most of whom are violent. Some of these guys have done bad things to all kinds of people. But it sure is one bitch of an exciting job. I fuckin' love this place!!!