Why They Shut Down California’s Deadliest Prison | The Story of San Quentin’s End

San Quentin, California’s deadliest and most notorious prison, has a history drenched in violence, corruption, and infamous criminals. But in 2023, this institution, which had been a symbol of America’s prison crisis for over 170 years, was finally shut down. Why did it happen?

In this gripping documentary, we take you through the history of San Quentin — from its early days as a simple penitentiary to becoming a breeding ground for some of the country’s most notorious criminals. We explore the violence that ruled the yard, the dangerous prison gangs, the death row that housed the infamous likes of Richard Ramirez and Charles Manson, and the corrupt system that allowed it all to continue.

But the story doesn’t end with its closure. What happens next? How does the state of California face the daunting task of reforming its broken prison system? Is the closure of San Quentin just the beginning of a nationwide shift in how we handle crime and punishment?

Join us as we unravel the history, the chaos, and the hope for a future beyond the walls of San Quentin. Subscribe and hit the bell icon to stay informed as we dive deeper into the stories that matter most in criminal justice.

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