Why They Shut Down California’s Deadliest Prison — The Story of San Quentin’s End #prison #crime

San Quentin was once California’s most feared prison — home to death row, infamous criminals, and decades of controversy. But after more than 170 years, the state made a historic decision that shocked the nation. In this powerful true crime documentary short, we uncover why San Quentin was shut down, what really happened behind its walls, and how overcrowding, aging infrastructure, lawsuits, and shifting justice policies brought an end to one of America’s most notorious prisons. This is not just a prison story — it’s a turning point in criminal justice history. Watch until the end to understand why San Quentin’s closure changed everything. Subscribe for more real crime stories, prison documentaries, and untold justice system histories.