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NewsinewsourceAugust 11, 2026San Diego

San Diego County inspection report faults CoreCivic for failing to disclose suspected tuberculosis cases at Otay Mesa Detention Center

A San Diego County inspection report identifies a failure by the private operator CoreCivic to report suspected cases of tuberculosis at the Otay Mesa Detention Center. The report highlights concerns regarding the lack of transparency and communication surrounding health risks within the facility.

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Why It Matters

The failure to disclose infectious disease cases impacts the health monitoring and safety protocols for detainees and staff at the Otay Mesa facility.

Key Facts

  • A San Diego County inspection report was issued regarding the Otay Mesa Detention Center.
  • The report specifically faults the facility operator, CoreCivic, for failing to disclose suspected tuberculosis cases.
  • The lack of disclosure has raised health concerns for those inside the detention center.
  • The findings were reported by inewsource.

Who's Mentioned

personSara Jacobs“U.S. Representative”personSayone Thihalolipavan“County Public Health Officer”personPaloma Aguirre“County Supervisor”organizationCoreCivic“Operator of the detention center”organizationinewsource“The news organization that reported on the inspection findings.”personJuan Vargas“U.S. Representative”locationSan Diego County“The local government body that conducted the inspection.”personTerra Lawson-Remer“Board of Supervisors Chair”personAlex Padilla“U.S. Senator”locationOtay Mesa Detention Center“Immigration detention facility in San Diego”personMike Levin“U.S. Representative”