Retired CDCR ISU Sergeant Mike Alvarez discusses crime within the prison walls, investigations, processing crime scenes, and much more.

We want to remind you that our episodes are available on our YouTube Channel, 'The Gray Line: The Story Behind The Blue Line.' Each episode begins with an introductory video featuring our guests. In this episode, We Investigate Crime in a California Prison. Ret. CDCR ISU Sergeant Mike Alvarez explains it all. Retired CDCR ISU Sergeant Mike Alvarez. Sergeant Alvarez began a career in May 1986, when the institution was a Level I-3 facility. CMC housed low-level offenders and inmates who were unable to participate in the regular general population mainline. The audience will hear from Mike about what it takes to be a solid correctional officer and leader. The audience has heard about their experiences from other CDC officers, such as Hector Bravo and Johnny Rey. Now, a different perspective will be shared. Some of ISU's responsibilities, as both a Correctional Investigator and a supervisor, will be discussed. The requirements for joining ISU and the duties involved will also be addressed.