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Grand jury reviews deaths of 6 inmates who had COVID-19
- Lori Pilger | Lincoln Journal Star
- May 16, 2021
- May 16, 2021 Updated May 24, 2023
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A grand jury has found no criminal wrongdoing after reviewing the deaths of six Nebraska prison inmates who had COVID-19.
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