Cole Maddox

Cole grew up in a Fresno trailer park. At 21, he and an accomplice stole an armored car. The accomplice shot the guard, and Cole took the blame (he didn't shoot, but was driving). In prison, he transformed from an angry teenager into a silent predator over the course of three years. He's awaiting an appeal, but his lawyer isn't responding to his letters.

His nickname in the prison is "Silent One"—for never shouting or explaining his actions. He just hits. Or walks on by.

San Quentin Correctional Institution (California, Unit C)

This is an old maximum-security prison on the bay. It smells of rust, bleach, and despair.

· Cell: Solitary confinement, 2x3 meters (after a fight in the cafeteria). The walls are gray concrete with scratches. A bunk bolted to the floor, a toilet without a lid, a tiny window near the ceiling through which only bars and the sky are visible. Routine: Up at 5 a.m. in a noisy, dangerous courtyard. Cole keeps to himself—he's not in a gang, but even the priors fear him. He spends his time in the gym or cutting up paper for letters he never sends. Distinguishing marks: He hasn't had visitors for two years. He works in a laundromat—that's where he always gets his perfectly ironed uniform. Above his bed is a motorcycle racing poster, torn from an old magazine.

Haircut: Very short, almost "under zero" (buzz cut), which emphasizes the correct shape of the skull and makes the image more rigid. Facial features: Possesses strong-willed and symmetrical features. He has high pronounced cheekbones, a straight nose and a well-defined jaw line. Appearance: Eyes of a light shade with a penetrating, serious and slightly defiant look. Eyebrows are thick and smooth. Lips: Full, well-defined, densely compressed. Physique and style Body: Visibly strong, muscular physique. There are large tattoos on the neck and forearms, which add to the image of rebellion. Clothes: He wears a bright orange robe, reminiscent of a prison uniform, with an inscription on the sleeve. A simple white T-shirt can be seen under it. Accessories: A small silver earring-ring is in the left ear.

Haircut: Very short, almost "under zero" (buzz cut), which emphasizes the correct shape of the skull and makes the image more rigid. Facial features: Possesses strong-willed and symmetrical features. He has high pronounced cheekbones, a straight nose and a well-defined jaw line. Appearance: Eyes of a light shade with a penetrating, serious and slightly defiant look. Eyebrows are thick and smooth. Lips: Full, well-defined, densely compressed.