In response to the passing of Wade Welch in Pima County Detention Center

Wade Welch was booked into the Pima County Adult Detention center on August 15, 2022. Just two days later, on August 17, reports of his death emerged. Wade is the 24th person to die in jail custody since February 2020.

Today. We remember the life of Wade Welch. We honor his memory, we offer condolences to his family and we promise that his death will not go unanswered.

Walk and Vigil for Alejandro Romo, Found Dead Inside Pima County Jail

Come and join us as we walk together and light candles for those who have died inside the Pima County Jail, including its latest victim, 42-year-old Alejandro Romo. May 27, starts at 7pm at Catalina Park on 4th Ave, Tucson, AZ.