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WASCO prison confirms 3 cases of COVID-19 among staff

Third employee tests positive at Wasco State Prison
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WASCO, Calif. — Officials with the California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation has confirmed the third case of COVID-19 in an employee at Wasco State Prison.

According to the CDCR, a total of 53 employees across state prison in California have tested positive.

As of April 5, this is the most updated information.

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