Oregon State Penitentiary (OSP) was placed on lockdown Friday, August 5, following a series of fights between inmates. The institution is currently running on modified operations and visitation is canceled until further notice. At approximately 2:30 p.m., multiple fights broke out prompting OSP officials to place the institution on lockdown. Additional fights occurred into the evening and the following morning. A total of 155 inmates were placed in special housing for their involvement in the altercations. Five inmates required outside medical treatment for non-life threatening injuries. No staff injuries were reported. An investigation is being conducted to determine the cause of the incidents.
