The Attica Uprising and Its Lasting Cost | Salt Lake City News

In 1971, a bloody prison uprising at Attica Correctional Facility ended in chaos and tragedy, with 39 dead—including 29 inmates and 10 hostages—after a state police raid. Initially blamed on prisoners, autopsies revealed all hostages were killed by police, sparking national outrage and a congressional probe. Two decades later, New York settled a class-action suit for $8 million, highlighting the enduring human and legal toll of one of America’s deadliest prison riots. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/b117228a1f7159fb