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Multiple inmates overdose at Mansfield prison
MANSFIELD, Ohio (WJW) — Multiple inmates at Richland Correctional Institution (RICI) overdosed late Wednesday night, prompting a large-scale emergency response from the Mansfield Fire Department.
According to Mansfield Firefighters IAFF Local 266, crews were dispatched to the state prison for 'multiple simultaneous overdose emergencies' in what they called a 'complex and demanding incident.'
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Firefighters from Engine 6, Engine 1, Rescues 1, 2 and 3, and Chief 4 were on scene, coordinating with RICI staff to provide urgent medical care.
'All patients were stabilized, treated, and transported as needed,' the union said in a statement on social media. The exact number of individuals affected, and their conditions have not yet been released.
The fire union praised the response, emphasizing the importance of staffing and equipment during such high-risk calls.
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'This incident deserves recognition. It underscores the harsh realities our first responders face every day and the importance of a well-staffed and equipped department,' the post read.
FOX 8 reached out to the Department of Rehabilitation and Correction for a statement.
'In the late hours of June 3, 2025, Richland Correctional Institution (RiCI) staff members responded to several instances of suspected intoxication among incarcerated persons. In three cases, all within the same housing unit, medical attention was required, and Narcan was administered. In accordance with ODRC policy, these three individuals were transported to a local hospital for evaluation and returned a few hours later. Upon their return to the facility, they were admitted to the RiCI medical department for continued observation.'
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