The scandal surrounding the shocking number of Indigenous deaths in prison | 60 Minutes Australia
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There’s no nice way to put it: the shocking number of Aboriginal deaths in custody is a national disgrace. It’s inexcusable. Back in 1991 a Royal Commission exposed the brutal truth about this crisis and made 339 recommendations to try to fix the problem.
Sadly though, good intentions have not translated into meaningful action. In the 32 years since the Royal Commission, more than 527 Indigenous Australians have died while locked up.
In a joint investigation by 60 MINUTES, The Sydney Morning Herald and The Age, Nick McKenzie reveals more horrific cases of Indigenous deaths that could and should have been avoided. He also interviews Aboriginal activist, ALP Senator Pat Dodson. The revered Yawuru elder from Western Australia tells McKenzie the Albanese government must act immediately to address this shameful crisis.
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