prison guard

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In 2002, a former math and science teacher and prison guard named John Darwin paddled a kayak into the North Sea from his home in Seaton Carew, England, and disappeared.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 12, 2026

When I’ve been privileged to take a class outside, seeing the light that filled students’ eyes made me feel more like a prison guard than an educator.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 2, 2026

The prison guard union, FO Justice, expressed its "deepest concern and anger" following the "extremely serious" attacks overnight.

From BBC • Apr. 15, 2025

In one of her many journal entries, Stewart recalled the time she was punished for touching a prison guard.

From Salon • Oct. 31, 2024

I thank the kind prison guard, and he leaves the room.

From "Like Vanessa" by Tami Charles