The number of incarcerated inmates in Connecticut has reached its lowest point in more than 30 years, the Department of Correction announced Monday afternoon.
The population was at an all-time high with nearly 20,000 inmates in early February 2008. It stood at around 12,000 this time last year.
“To have over 3,400 fewer individuals under our supervision in a little more than one year’s time is incredible, and speaks to the remarkable work of the staff of this agency,” DOC Commissioner Angel Quiros said. “Although the population numbers have dropped significantly, this was accomplished in a methodical and responsible manner.