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Two Inmate Deaths Highlight Neglect at Birmingham Jail

6/18/2026

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Advocates say the deaths of two inmates expose neglect and deplorable conditions at Birmingham Jail.
Kalena “Peaches” Croskey, a 32-year-old Black transgender woman, was found dead during a jail check.
A second inmate died three days later after a suicide attempt despite being on suicide watch.
Officials said police opened an investigation after Take Resource Center reported bullying, medication shortages, inedible food, pests, broken windows and no air conditioning.

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Advocates say the deaths of two inmates expose neglect and deplorable conditions at Birmingham Jail.
Kalena “Peaches” Croskey, a 32-year-old Black transgender woman, was found dead during a jail check.
A second inmate died three days later after a suicide attempt despite being on suicide watch.
Officials said police opened an investigation after Take Resource Center reported bullying, medication shortages, inedible food, pests, broken windows and no air conditioning.