Whistleblower Claims Mistreatment and Fatal Negligence of Endangered Monkeys at Alpha Genesis Research Facility

YEMASEE, S.C. — Grave concerns have been raised about the treatment of monkeys at the Alpha Genesis Research Facility following a whistleblower’s allegation linked to the death of 20 monkeys, adding further scrutiny to an institution already under the spotlight after a recent escape of 43 monkeys. According to a complaint lodged by PETA and forwarded to the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), a staff member from inside the facility reported that the deaths occurred …

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Whistleblower Alleges Deadly Mistreatment of Monkeys at South Carolina Research Facility

YEMASEE, S.C. — The Alpha Genesis Research Facility, a taxpayer-funded center for primate research, is under scrutiny following allegations of severe mistreatment of monkeys, which have culminated in the reported deaths of several animals due to questionable heating practices. The concerns emerged shortly after the escape of 43 monkeys from the facility, bringing its operational practices into the public eye. In a formal complaint directed to the U.S. Department of Agriculture, the animal rights organization …

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Federal Authorities Launch Investigations into South Carolina Jails Over Inmate Deaths and Mistreatment

CHARLESTON, SC – The U.S. Department of Justice has initiated civil investigations into two detention centers in South Carolina following reports of multiple inmate deaths stemming from mistreatment and unsafe living conditions. The investigations will focus on the Sheriff Al Cannon Detention Center in Charleston and the Alvin S. Glenn Detention Center in Columbia, both of which have been the subject of credible allegations. The investigations come after reports of incarcerated persons dying from use …

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