Prisoners Run Gangs, Plan Escapes and Even Order Hits With Smuggled Cellphones

In one prison monitored by signal sensors, “the maximum-security sector looked like a telemarketing center.” Photo: Andrew Hetherington In his 25-plus years as a Texas state senator, John Whitmire had never received a phone call like this one. “I know your daughters’ names,” said a nasal voice. “I know how old they are. I know where […]