Up First from NPR The Sunday Story: Uncovering Abuse in a Juvenile Detention Center
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Aug 18, 2024 Investigative journalist Jason Moon, known for his impactful reporting at New Hampshire Public Radio, sheds light on the dark secrets of the Youth Development Center. He discusses the shocking allegations of abuse spanning over six decades, detailing nearly 1,300 lawsuits filed by former residents. Moon reveals how systemic failures allowed this abuse to flourish unnoticed and highlights courageous voices from both survivors and whistleblowers pushing for accountability and justice within the juvenile detention system.
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Growing Allegations at YDC
- The number of alleged abuse victims at New Hampshire's Youth Development Center (YDC) has grown to about 1,300.
- The alleged abuse includes physical, sexual, and psychological harm, spanning from the 1960s to recent years.
Reasons for Detention at YDC
- Children were sent to YDC for various reasons, ranging from serious violent crimes to minor offenses.
- One person was allegedly sent to YDC in the 1960s for stealing silly putty.
Andy Perkins' Story
- Andy Perkins, a former YDC resident, shared his files, providing crucial internal documents.
- Perkins was sent to YDC in the early 90s for breaking into a house and aimed to earn a weekend pass home.