L.A. County inmate killed in coordinated attack at Pelican Bay State Prison, officials say

Los Angeles Times - Sep 20, 2026

Rene B. Lopez was found dead last week at Pelican Bay State Prison. Surveillance footage revealed five inmates worked together to kill him, authorities say.

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