Mexican told investigators he “would have issues” if the alleged victim was returned to the same yard. One official only smiled at the request, the lawsuit says. Officers investigated the threats by asking gang members about them.Īll of the inmates denied the allegations except Mexican, who “openly admitted to having made threats,” the lawsuit says. The victim made “an emotional plea” to numerous prison officials that his life was in danger and asked to be placed in protective custody. Members of the gang “voted him off the yard,” telling him they would attack him if he didn’t go into segregation. 6, 2014, when Mexican and two other gang members accused the victim of being gay. Mexican was later convicted of assaulting his cellmate. The victim told several correctional officers including two lieutenants that eight members of an American Indian prison gang called The Boys including William Mexican had threatened him, the lawsuit says. Digital Replica Edition Home Page Close Menu
