The discovery of 215 bodies buried in unmarked graves behind a jail outside of Jackson, Mississippi, has left a community in disbelief. The families are angry they were never notified of the deaths and how their loved ones are buried in graves marked by just a metal rod and a number. Amna Nawaz discussed the disturbing details that have emerged with Bettersten Wade and attorney Ben Crump.
    • @sugar_in_your_tea
      1•6 months ago

      No, the article says 672:

      We know, based on the records from the coroner’s office, that, since 2016, in the last eight years, we can identify 215 individuals that were buried behind that jail, and their families have not been notified.

      Furthermore, Mr. Wade was number 672. That means there are 671 other people buried behind that jail marked with only a number.

        • @sugar_in_your_tea
          2•6 months ago

          Yeah, it’s disgusting. The worst part is that it could totally happen in my area, and I have no way of knowing.