Dallas County Juvenile Director Resigns Amid Controversy

Darryl Beatty, the Executive Director of the Dallas County Juvenile Department, resigned amidst allegations of mistreatment and poor living conditions at the Dallas Juvenile Justice Center. This follows an unannounced inspection at the detention center, prompting an independent investigation by the state's inspector general's office and calls for a third-party entity to assess and recommend actions. Beatty had faced criticism for the handling of juveniles in detention, with reports of violations of state laws and neglect. The Dallas County Juvenile Board is set to convene an emergency meeting to address the situation and discuss potential replacements following Beatty's resignation.