NAACP calls for probe of deaths at St. Louis jail

NAACP calls for probe of deaths at St. Louis jail

The St. Louis NAACP is calling on Circuit Attorney Gabe Gore to investigate a series of deaths at the St. Louis City Justice Center, citing concerns about possible medical neglect, according to reporting by St. Louis Public Radio. At least 22 people have died in custody since 2020, with many cases tied to medical emergencies. Advocates say detainees’ medical records are often not shared with hospitals, potentially delaying care.  The circuit att…