Facility profile California
Los Padrinos Juvenile Hall SYTF
Los Padrinos Juvenile Hall SYTF is a program in Downey, California.
News coverage
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'Critical' staffing issues, officer missteps blamed in teen's death at LA County juvenile facility
A settlement of $2.5 million has been recommended in the death of 18-year-old Bryan Diaz, who died from a fentanyl overdose at the Barry J. Nidorf Secure Youth Treatment Facility. The facility was found to have critical staffing issues and inadequate supervision, which contributed to Diaz's death. The county has since taken steps to improve security and train staff on the use of Narcan.
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California Decides Whether Youth in Detention Should Be Able to Hug Visitors
A California bill, known as the Hug Act, aims to allow youth in detention to engage in nonsexual physical contact with visitors. The bill's supporters argue that physical touch with loved ones is vital for rehabilitation and can lead to better mental health and reduced violent behavior. The Los Angeles County Probation Department has expressed concerns about the potential for contraband to enter facilities through physical contact.
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Authorities Probe Exposure at Los Padrinos Juvey Hall
At least nine people, including one youth detainee and eight staff members, were hospitalized after exposure to an unidentified substance at Los Padrinos Juvenile Hall in Downey. All were reported stable. The facility was placed on lockdown. This occurred two days after a nonprofit worker was arrested for allegedly attempting to smuggle drugs into the facility, which has faced ongoing operational issues.
