Facility profile Nevada
Silver State Academy
Silver State Academy was a program in Yerington, Nevada, operated by ROP. It opened in 1987.
About Silver State Academy
Incidents on record
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February 28, 2015 Incident
A riot at Rite of Passage Silver State Academy near Yerington, NV (Feb. 28, 2015) led to two structure fires and ten youths escaping; four staff were hurt and it was the fourth uprising in four months, per the Lyon County Sheriff.source
News coverage
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Uprising at juvenile camp leads sheriff to call for changes
A riot at the Rite of Passage Silver State Academy in Yerington, Nevada, resulted in two buildings being set on fire, injuries to four staff members, and the temporary escape of ten youths. The incident prompted the local sheriff to call for increased safety measures and oversight of the facility. Investigations are underway by state and tribal authorities.
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Riot at Rite of Passage leads to fires, escapes
A riot occurred on Saturday night at the Rite of Passage Silver State Academy youth facility near Yerington, Nevada, resulting in two structure fires and the escape of ten residents. Six escapees were later apprehended, while four remained at large; no injuries were reported.
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