In this installment of Crazy Prion Stories, Shawn takes a moment to honor the victims involved in his cases. Although the situations he faced were in self-defense, he feels compelled to acknowledge the tragic loss of life that occurred.

In prison, count time is a routine procedure where officers refer to inmates by their numbers to maintain security. For Shawn, being called by a number instead of his name evokes emotions of dehumanization and loss of identity, highlighting the larger dehumanizing aspects of prison life. Crazy Prison Stories reveal how such practices can impact an inmate's well-being, emphasizing the need for a more humane approach to incarceration.

In this episode Shawn Robert Johnson talks about his life and what it was like right after he was sentenced to 60 years in New Jersey State Prison.

Experts are sounding the alarm over the significant shortage of prison staff, which has reached nearly 20% nationwide, with most leaving their jobs within the past two years. This critical staffing deficiency poses serious risks to the safety of officers, inmates, and the general public.

Dr. Zvi Levran, nicknamed "Hockey Doc" for assisting youth hockey teams, faces trial for sexually assaulting patients. He is accused of 22 counts of criminal sexual conduct involving 10 former hockey players. Witnesses testified that the assaults occurred when they were teenagers and adults. Judge James Brady acknowledged the victims' trust in Levran, stating each situation served his sexual desires. Defense attorney Jonathan Jones argued that medical touching is not a crime. Levran, 66, also faces charges in Bloomfield Hills District Court but not in Minnesota. The trial dates are pending and may be combined.

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A prison riot in Ecuador's overcrowded Guayas 1 facility has resulted in 31 fatalities as rival gangs engaged in a violent battle. The deadly clash highlights the ongoing war between prison gangs with ties to drug trafficking in the country's packed penitentiaries. Ecuador has been struggling to contain such violence, which has claimed hundreds of lives since 2021. The situation underscores the urgent need to address prison overcrowding and gang-related issues in the country.

The FBI has launched an investigation into the death of Charles Givens, an intellectually disabled inmate at a Virginia prison, after a federal lawsuit alleged that he was fatally beaten by correctional officers. The February 2022 death of Givens at Marion Correctional Treatment Center has sparked widespread concern, with his sister, Kym Hobbs, filing the lawsuit. The email from an FBI victim specialist to Hobbs' attorney revealed ongoing investigation efforts, though no details were provided. Givens' case raises broader questions about the treatment of inmates with mental health issues at the facility, where conditions have been called "inhumane and deplorable."

Prisoners' Justice Day, observed on August 10th each year, is a solemn occasion dedicated to raising awareness about the rights and conditions of prisoners worldwide. On this day, people come together to remember those who have died while incarcerated, advocate for prisoner rights, and call for fair and humane treatment of those behind bars. It serves as a reminder of the need for justice, rehabilitation, and dignity within the criminal justice system. As we approach Prisoners' Justice Day, we invite you to join us in observing this important day by learning about the challenges faced by prisoners, supporting initiatives that promote rehabilitation and reintegration, and advocating for reforms that uphold human rights within our prison systems. Together, we can work towards a more just and compassionate society for all.

The trial of rapper YNW Melly in South Florida ended in a mistrial due to a deadlocked jury. After three days of deliberation, the 12-member panel could not reach a unanimous verdict on the charges that he murdered two of his friends five years ago. The Broward County prosecutors, who sought the death penalty, will likely retry the case with a new jury as a unanimous verdict is required for conviction or acquittal. YNW Melly, whose legal name is Jamell Demons, was accused of shooting Anthony Williams and Christopher Thomas Jr. while they were inside a Jeep. Prosecutors claimed it was a gang-related action, but the defense argued that the victims were actually close friends of Demons. The trial of Cortland Henry, known as YNW Bortlen and charged as an accomplice, will be held separately.

This episode of prison news is a bit different, not prison related but more of a shout out to Shawn's home town of Asbury Park NJ, the same hometown as Bruce Springsteen.