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They accused staff at a state mental hospital of abuse. But who would believe them?

A dozen former patients and staffers described attacks by security staff. One said his abuser told him, “You’re here. You’re crazy. They won’t believe your word over mine.”

Elvis Rojas is comforted by his mother, Carmen Rojas, as he becomes emotional while speaking about his experience in Norristown State Hospital.
Elvis Rojas is comforted by his mother, Carmen Rojas, as he becomes emotional while speaking about his experience in Norristown State Hospital.Read moreJessica Griffin / Staff Photographer