Born Into Cellblocks

A young girl waits in the cell she shares with her mother and four other inmates as a SWAT team goes from cell to cell during a prison lockdown.

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I just viewed a sad story of two Brits caught with luggage full of cocaine. I would like to find out their addresses at the Mexician prisions where they will be spending the next few years. Pehaps a penpal would help to pass the time. My email is lilirope52@hotmail.com if you are allowed to forward the addresses of Lucy Baker and/or Scott Campbell I would try to keep their spirits up with a friendly correspondence. Thanks, Phyllis Callahan

Posted by:Phyllis CallahanMarch 31, 2008 7:28:33 PMRespond ^

Like the other poster I too saw this and was unusually touched by their story. I'd like to find a way to contact them as well. Friendly corespondence on it's way I hope!
polarisgirl@gmail.com

Posted by:AmiApril 5, 2008 5:39:48 PMRespond ^

Would like to to write them also in prision please send addresses to cheftroy123@yahoo.com thanks troy

Posted by:troyApril 7, 2008 2:59:56 PMRespond ^

I was also hoping to get the addresses of Lucy Baker and Scott Campbell. Thanks for your time.
trinemachine80@yahoo.com

Posted by:TrinaApril 7, 2008 7:04:43 PMRespond ^

Hey I also would like to write them, I saw their story and was very touched. I would like to write them both a heart felt message that would hopefully help brighten their days. please email their addresses to ShaunGordon84@hotmail.com. Thank you

Posted by:Shaun GordonApril 7, 2008 7:34:13 PMRespond ^

I was also wanting information on Scott Campbell and Lucy baker. Please email me if you find information on them.

Lindseylrodriguez@gmail.com

Posted by:LindseyApril 21, 2008 7:26:54 PMRespond ^

I would also like to write to Lucy Baker and Scott Campbell. If the addresses are available, please forward them to me as well. I was very saddened by their story and would like for them to know that I am praying for them. ropiniano@gmail.com

Posted by:raquelApril 22, 2008 2:29:09 AMRespond ^

I have also seen the show and felt compelled to try and communicate by mail and bring a bit of moral support. I have written to the "subsecretaria del sistema penitenciario" to see if they are willing to give out the contact information. If I get a reply, I will post the address.

Posted by:SarahApril 22, 2008 9:49:06 PMRespond ^

I felt sorry at first for them. However, they are adults who made their decision to do something illegal. I bet they will think the next time.

Posted by:CandaceApril 23, 2008 5:11:41 AMRespond ^

I was also hoping to get the addresses of Lucy Baker and Scott Campbell. please send addresses to johnarthurknowles@yahoo.com

Posted by:john knowlesApril 24, 2008 11:42:09 PMRespond ^

Scott is serving time at Mexico City's Reclusorio Norte prison and Lucy at Centro Feminil Santa Martha also in Mexico City

Posted by:BDUBApril 25, 2008 9:31:58 PMRespond ^

I would also like the email address.

Posted by: JohnApril 28, 2008 12:17:05 PMRespond ^

I am requesting any and all information available for Scott and Lucy. I would also like to contact them for support. gogulfing@buckeye-express.com

Posted by:Joe WMay 4, 2008 3:38:55 AMRespond ^

Wow, what a story. I would like to contact either of them but unable to find the information. Could I also get the information sent to me at stacyjaxfl40@yahoo.com. Thanking you in advance!

Posted by:Reaching outMay 5, 2008 10:54:03 AMRespond ^

Scott is at Reclusorio Norte and Lucy is at Santa Marta Acatitla but I can't find any information on these prisons directly. I've looked practically all over the internet.

Posted by:ChrisMay 5, 2008 11:53:45 AMRespond ^

I found the address for Lucy Baker! It took a while, but I finally found the address at this official Mexico prison link: www.reclusorios.df.gob.mx/. The address is:Centro Femenil de Readaptación Social Santa Martha Acatitla/Calzada Ermita Iztapalapa s/n, Colonia Santa Martha Acatitla. The "s/n" in the address means "whitout number."

Posted by:PedroMay 8, 2008 2:33:27 PMRespond ^

Thank you so much for your comments and well wishes for my daughter and Scott. I know they have done wrong, they made one bad decission and are paying the price. I miss her so much and can't wait to have her home with me. Thank you for all your support.

Posted by:Catherine GoodsirMay 12, 2008 5:13:36 AMRespond ^

I JUST WONT TO SAY THAT I M VERY TOUCHED BY THIS TERRIBLE STORY AND I HOPE THEY WILL SURVIVE TO THE JAIL OF MEXICO..SORRY I AM NOT GOOD IN ENGLISH AND I LIVE AT MONTREAL,QUEBEC,CANADA ...I WOULD LIKE TO WRITE TO THIS COUPLE IN JAIL...IS IT POSSIBLE TO HAVE THE ADRESSES OF THE JAIL???MY E MAIL ARE ...OPERATEUR123@YAHOO.FR

Posted by:YANNICK LUCASMay 25, 2008 12:57:11 PMRespond ^

Does anyone know if they still keep in touch? I would be disappointed to find out that after going through that together they had to draw a line under everything?

I thought the programme would have commented on their "relationship" these days... i hope they catch up on it next year when they transfer back to UK

Posted by:SarahMay 26, 2008 6:01:12 AMRespond ^

Yes they are still in touch and they do get to see each other every now and then. She has written som wonderful poems while she has been there and had them published in the prison mag, I will post one when I get time to do so.

Posted by:Catherine GoodsirMay 27, 2008 5:38:00 AMRespond ^

Really?! I'm suprised they let them see eachother, that's great that they do though!

Do you know if 5 will show another documentary next year?

Posted by:SarahMay 29, 2008 6:13:23 AMRespond ^

hello I feel so bad for ur daughter. I live in Texas very close to Mexico. And from experience I know that in Mexico money is the only thing powerful to keep u out of prison in Mexico. Id like to create sum sort of fund for ur daughter to get her released. I know how horrible those prisons r and I know there r people like me out there willing to come up with the money to pay off the officals mrs goodsir. If u really r the mother of Lucy baker please contact me I can help. Toconnor4515@hotmail.com

Posted by:Thomas oconnorJune 2, 2008 3:31:08 PMRespond ^

Oh the pleasure of an unread book
Savouring its unread look
Don't want to start, cause I know I'll finish
And then the pleasure will diminish
English books in Mexico
Are a rarity you know
Treated like gold dust, smuggled, contraband
For us locked up Brits in this far away land.

It makes no difference if a book has spice
If you have read it more than twice
I know what happens it's not fair
Only the first time I could actually care
In England I would shun romance
But in here it's got more than a chance
Murder and mystery are my usual choice
But now every book has a voice
So please I'm begging 'release me soon'
Before I start enjoying Mills & Boon.

Posted by:Catherine GoodsirJune 4, 2008 4:05:31 AMRespond ^

I was so touched by this story. Good people can make bad mistakes. We are all human. I would also like to send a letter of hope and encouragement. I cant imagine being locked up in a Mexico jail. any comments on there address please let me know.
betinasway2@aol.com

Posted by:Betina MorehouseJune 6, 2008 7:21:42 AMRespond ^

people can make bad mistakes but after tossing the coin and seeing it go against them and still decide to go through with it you have to do the time if you're willing to commit the crime!

If we had people smuggling drugs into our country for whatever reason i know we'd all have something to say about it...

Fair enough you make a mistake for whatever reason, i do feel for them all out there on their own but surely they took that chance knowing it was a possible outcome

Posted by:StephJune 6, 2008 8:20:04 AMRespond ^

I agree totally about your comment. Let's hope that they have learned a lesson. One can only hope from this that somebody else will think twice before commiting this senseless crime. I just wanted to know if there was an address in English that I could send a letter?

Posted by:BetinaJune 6, 2008 9:53:29 AMRespond ^

And you never made a mistake?? Give these kids a break! I hope that they survive the results of their mistake without any lasting scars.

Posted by:BarryJune 16, 2008 4:30:25 AMRespond ^

There's a big difference between making a simple mistake and smuggling drugs which if we all keep in mind, they knew they would be doing!!

Not only were they aware of the consequences should they get caught (most likely given everything gets x-rayed) but instead of living a normal life and facing the fact they'd have to come home and get a normal job in the rain - (like the majority of us) they actually let greed take over and decided to have a holiday of a lifetime at no expense on the condition they smuggled these drugs!

Yeah, it's a shame they were done over but you can't feel too sorry for them! They knew what they were getting themselves into from the get go, hash or coke it's all illegal at the end of the day!!

Posted by:StephJune 17, 2008 1:20:57 AMRespond ^

I am also hoping to get the addresses of Lucy Baker and Scott Campbell.
If anyone else ends up with the address, I would hope that they would post it or send me an email with the information.
Thank you for your time.

albertodel@mail.com

Posted by:AlbertoJune 20, 2008 12:31:26 PMRespond ^

What a wonderful poem written by Lucy, my heart goes out to her and Scott and both of their families. I would love to get the addresses if anyone has them to possible send them a book, my email is bseager@columbus.rr.com

Posted by:BrentJune 21, 2008 6:24:44 PMRespond ^

What are the addresses to reach your daughter and Scott in prison in MExico?

Posted by:KLLJune 23, 2008 9:07:14 PMRespond ^

What an unfair punishment!

Posted by:AmyJune 23, 2008 9:07:14 PMRespond ^

I too am seeking the adresses of Scott and Lucy.I Can be contacted at larryev33@yahoo.com if you have the information i am seeking. Larry

Posted by:LARRY EVANSJune 24, 2008 7:13:58 AMRespond ^

Hey Steph, Guess you've never made a bad decision.Get off yopur high horse. Larry

Posted by:LARRY EVANSJune 24, 2008 7:15:31 AMRespond ^

Smuggling drugs is hardly an unfair decision!!

Incase we've all forgotten, it is illegal, break the law you go to jail!

Posted by:StephJune 25, 2008 2:25:07 AMRespond ^

One Scott from Scotland to Another, pass the dude my email, I am in Chile and will be heading to Mexico soon

scottfaescotland@googlemail.com

Posted by:Scott from ScotlandJune 27, 2008 7:50:37 PMRespond ^

MRS. CATHERINE, I'm from Brazil and I also saw the documentary about ur daughter...I'm extremely touched by the story and, reading her poems, I realized I have one thing I can do to make her days there less hard and sad. I'm musician, and if you (or she) give me permission, I can transform her poem bellow in a strong song, record it and send u by e-mail. After that, u can send her it in a CD through the post office. Chords will give life for her feelings, her verses, and It will help to make she knows she is not forgotten. I want to give my contribuition, and this is the way I found to make her smile grows up, at least for some moments.
Please, this is my e-mail, I will wait for ur reply
psicostasia2003@yahoo.com.br
Thanks very much

Posted by:AlexandreJune 27, 2008 9:36:57 PMRespond ^

Hey Steph ,How come i can't feel sorry for them ? I'd feel sorry for you if i saw you pulled over for speeding,but of course you don't speed ,that would be breaking the law .I have empathy for anyone in a bad spot.The problem with you my friend is your conservative up-tight up-bringing.What are you doing reading the Mother Jones blog?I'd think you'd be reading the Sierra Club or something that fits your mindset a little better.Don't spend your time speading so much negetive energy and eating so many twinkies.Larry

Posted by:LARRY EVANSJune 28, 2008 9:29:55 AMRespond ^

I'd like their addresses too? Any idea of what kind of stuff I can send/post/mail them .. that would help them and be allowed. Email me at haveagoodmorning@yahoo.com
THIS BROUGHT ME TO TEARS ... wondering when they will finally get home
thanks,

Posted by:Linda in AtlantaJune 28, 2008 10:00:16 AMRespond ^

hi, i´m from cancun mexico and i´ve also seen the story, my brother is lawyer and he tells me that ke could give them legal information, he tells me he needs Scott´s and Lucy´s e- mails, yes, believe it or not, prioners at mexico can have access to many kind of stuff and perhaps, lucy and scott may have access to a computer there. So we live far form Mexico City but we really hate the juridical process in our country and my brother tells me that MAYBE it can be something else to do... well anyy info please write me at putrid_ivy@hotmail.com

Posted by:SadaKoJune 28, 2008 10:11:09 AMRespond ^

Has anyone been successful in obtaining Scott and/or Lucy's address or e-mail in prison? Please contact me with it at yikes145@embarqmail.com. I'm looking to help as much as I can.

Posted by:JimJune 28, 2008 10:20:21 AMRespond ^

Hi! Im Alex, From Mexico!. I will try to find out the scott campbells or lucys adresss so u can writte them,, Scott is in Reclusorio Norte and Lucy is in Santa Martha Acatitla,, ,, they have no internet acceess,,, but i think they have a normal mail service...
my email is rammstein1233@hotmail.com

Posted by:alexJune 28, 2008 3:57:49 PMRespond ^

Firstly Larry, if you read what i've written you will see that i say that yes, it is a shame for them.

If you watched the programme you can see they fully understood what it was they were doing. If you speed and get caught, points on your license are the result.... you smuggle drugs in a foregin country you go to jail... that happens in any country!

You can't judge me as you don't know anything about me... i'm not on here asking for their contact details cause at they end of the day, although they've done wrong... they're still humans and why would they want to hear from total randoms?!

If they had managed to pull it off who is to say they wouldn't have enjoyed that buzz and done it again?!

I def take the view that they deserved to get caught...

What happens to child porn rings, is it a shame that they get caught and have to serve time in jail Larry?

Posted by:StephJune 30, 2008 1:46:02 AMRespond ^

I know it is hard but she will make it. I spent 4 years in Santa Marta in the 70s along with 40 other American women but we did survive. We had a reunion in San Fransisco 20 years after our release on the prisnor exchange. We are all still friends and doing great. We learned our lesson well and never got in trouble again. Best wishes to your daughter and to you. Let me know if there is anything I can do to help you.

Posted by:Heavy dotJune 30, 2008 4:15:05 PMRespond ^

Thank you for all your lovely comments. They are both doing well, can't wait to get them home. Sorry I can't give out any info on addresses as their and my safety could be at risk, but thank you all for caring.

Posted by:Catherine GoodsirJuly 2, 2008 6:04:19 AMRespond ^

Steph, here in America and other countries, people have gotten FAR LESS time for similar if not worse crimes. People in the same show that were documented got 4,5,6 years. This was one of the heavier ones. With that said, it's common sense that what they were doing was illegal, but comparing it to child porn? Moronic.

Posted by:DebraJuly 2, 2008 1:50:00 PMRespond ^

Yeah, it was a bit extreme Debra, it just annoys me when other people I.E Larry, compare speeding to smuggling drugs... as another person commented, you learn your lesson by doing something silly so the time might be a bit harsh but when they get back to the UK it should get a bit easier for them. Mexican law is far different from most other countries but there was always that risk they were aware of.

They seemed to be keeping strong and coping the best they could so i think it's def something they've come to terms with!

Posted by:StephJuly 3, 2008 3:40:08 AMRespond ^

I was pleasantly surprised by the number of people who were also touched by a story which made my heart go out to two people who just made a mistake. If you are allowed to forward the addresses of Lucy and Scott, I'd really like to send them a word or two of encouragement. Thirstysun@hotmail.com Thank you.

Posted by:Michael BoyceJuly 7, 2008 11:58:52 AMRespond ^

Thank u your message was lovely it will be lovely 2 turn it into a song please can u email it to me thank u and i thank u 4 the support in this diffieut time

Posted by:catherineJuly 8, 2008 11:42:28 AMRespond ^

hi any help will be helpful
can u get in trouch with me
my email address is cgoodsir@btinternet.com

Posted by:catherineJuly 8, 2008 11:44:57 AMRespond ^

hello everyone
Thank u all 4 support
They are both doing ok
I feel i am doing the time with them
I can't wait for them 2 come home
All keep intouch
And i will keep u all informed
god bless u all

Posted by:catherineJuly 8, 2008 11:51:12 AMRespond ^

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