Innocent until proven guilty is a phrase most of us have heard before. This is the way the justice system is supposed to work, isn't it?

Over a 13 year period, beginning in 2009, the families of 20 individuals who spent time in a local London, ON jail have had to make unexpected funeral arrangements.

What is going on at Elgin-Middlesex Detention Centre?

This is part one of a series we are calling "The Devil's Playground." Please note, the episode does contain material that is highly sensitive in nature and will contain details of violence, torture, and death. It may be distressing for some individuals. As always, I will let you know ahead of time when those descriptions will occur so you can skip ahead if you wish.