Prisoner Safety Concerns Escalation

Summary

If your brother is facing extortion threats in a Tennessee prison, contact the Tennessee Department of Correction and the Ombudsman Program. Consider reaching out to local elected representatives to escalate the issue. Seeking legal advice from a criminal defense attorney specializing in prisoner rights can also be beneficial.

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I'm really sorry to hear about your brother's situation. Here are some general steps you can take:
- Immediately contact the prison administration to report the extortion.
- File a complaint with the Tennessee Department of Correction.
- Contact a criminal defense attorney for legal assistance.
Is there any specific help you need in contacting these authorities or further information on legal steps?
I have contacted the Tennessee department of corrections nobody ever answers the phone at the prison my brother said they are so understaffed there are never even guards there to help not that they would he doesn’t even go to eat in the cafeteria anymore for fear of being murdered I’m at a loss he is to old to be treated like this he is already old so they are just preying on him because he is weak! The Sargent told him to refuse cell assignment then they would put him in the hole for 30 days (I was pissed) then they put him right back out there I need him moved from that awful place before he is murdered!
Given the severity of your brother's situation, consider the following steps:
- Contact the Tennessee Department of Correction (TDOC) via email or their website if phone calls are not answered.
- Reach out to the Tennessee Ombudsman Program for prison issues.
- Contact your local elected representatives to escalate the issue.
- Seek assistance from a criminal defense attorney specializing in prisoner rights.
Is there any specific help you need in contacting these authorities or further information on legal steps?