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Warden at Huron Valley women’s prison goes on ‘personal leave’ amid controversy over deaths
By Lauren Kostiuk, Jenny Sherman at WDIV ClickOnDetroit (NBC) - Local News
· June 24, 2026
· 5 min read
The warden of the state’s only women’s prison has gone on a temporary personal leave amid recent controversies over inmate deaths at the facility.Michigan Department of Corrections (MDOC) spokesman Lucas Verran confirmed with Local 4 on Wednesday that Warden Jeremy Howard has gone on a temporary ...
Key takeaway Michigan Department of Corrections (MDOC) spokesman Lucas Verran confirmed with Local 4 on Wednesday that Warden Jeremy Howard has gone on a temporary personal leave from the Huron Valley Correctional Facility in Pittsfield Township.
Why this matters in The Detroit
The temporary leave of Warden Jeremy Howard from the Huron Valley Correctional Facility raises questions about accountability and transparency within the Michigan Department of Corrections. As the department investigates the recent inmate deaths, the community will be watching to see if the change in leadership leads to any meaningful reforms. The fact that Warden Michelle Floyd from the Cooper Street Correctional Facility will be taking over temporarily may bring a fresh perspective to the facility, but it remains to be seen whether this will address the underlying issues that have led to the deaths of three inmates in just a few weeks. The concerns about conditions at the prison and the handling of medical emergencies will likely continue to be a focus of scrutiny, particularly as the investigation into Ashley Hoath's death continues and the cause of death is determined.
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Published: June 24, 2026 ·
Source: WDIV ClickOnDetroit (NBC) - Local News ·
Reading time: 5 min
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