Originally published by Washington Post on 15/04/2020

Summary

Details the Covid-19 risks facing Louisiana children in jail, detention centers, and group homes.Louisiana has the highest rate of infection in the country among these children.Discusses that more than 10 percent of the youths in Louisiana’s secure detention facilities have tested positive for Covid-19, which is higher than any other state for which data is available.Advocates for early release and additional care.