Author Archives: Agnel Philip

Agnel Philip is a data reporter for ProPublica. He previously worked as a data reporter at The Arizona Republic, where he investigated tribal casinos, pedestrian safety and consumer issues. He studied journalism and economics at Arizona State University.
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Their families said they needed mental health treatment. Mississippi officials threw them in jail

by Isabelle Taft, Mollie Simon and Agnel Philip Why you can trust MindSite News

In Mississippi, serious mental illness or substance abuse can land you in jail, even if you aren’t charged with a crime. The state is a stark outlier in jailing so many people for so long, but many officials say they don’t have another option. A Mississippi Today/ProPublica investigation.

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