Protective custody considered for Michael Devlin's safety in prison

Friday, October 12, 2007

ST. LOUIS -- The state is considering placing Michael Devlin in protective custody because of the nature and high visibility of his crimes, a Department of Corrections spokesman said Thursday, while new details of Devlin's confession emerged that showed he was suicidal.

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