The headlines reported that more than 60 incarcerated men at Alexander Correctional Institution refused orders to leave the recreation yard, an incident characterized publicly as a protest that resulted in a lockdown.But Jack, who says he was on the recreation yard that day, gives a very different account.In this exclusive Inmate Tea with A&P interview, Jack claims there was no organized protest and that the men were never given the opportunity to return inside. He describes the altercation between an officer and one incarcerated person, being held outside for hours without an explanation, the arrival of the Prison Emergency Response Team (PERT) and what allegedly happened when the men were finally returned to their cells.Jack also shares disturbing allegations involving excessively tight zip ties, threats of force and the treatment of incarcerated people with disabilities, including a blind man and a wheelchair user.This is why Inmate Tea goes beyond the headlines. Official reports tell one part of the story. We also speak directly with the people living behind those walls and give them an opportunity to share what they personally witnessed.⚠️ Video Disclaimer:The content presented in this video is intended for educational, informational, and advocacy purposes only. Some episodes may contain sensitive subject matter, discussions of criminal allegations, violence, or other explicit content. Listener discretion is strongly advised.The stories, statements, and interviews shared are the personal experiences, opinions, and perspectives of the individuals involved and do not necessarily reflect the views of Inmate Tea with A&P, its hosts, affiliates, or partners. Allegations, claims, and assertions discussed by guests have not been independently verified by Inmate Tea with A&P unless expressly stated. The podcast does not determine guilt, innocence, or legal outcomes. Our goal is to provide a platform for individuals to share their experiences, raise awareness, and encourage thoughtful discussion surrounding the criminal justice system and related issues.To protect privacy, some names, locations, and identifying details may be changed or omitted.All episodes featuring incarcerated individuals are edited to remove institutional pre-recordings, interruptions, call terminations, and other technical disruptions to improve audio quality, listener experience, and clarity of communication.#AlexanderCorrectional #NCPrisons #InmateTea #PrisonReform #CriminalJusticeReform #NorthCarolina