Alabama Jail Lawsuit Alleges Guards Delayed Birth 24 Hours Baby Died Then Taunted

Allegedly delayed for more than a day before help

An Alabama woman’s federal lawsuit alleges jail staff ignored her labor pains for over 24 hours, leaving her to give birth on the prison floor. The filing claims a newborn arrived lifeless, then was reportedly revived by other inmates while guards allegedly watched. The suit also alleges mocking taunts and calls into question inmate healthcare and civil rights protections.