Twelve prisoners at a Georgia state prison have been charged with murder and other crimes following a deadly fight at the facility, according to authorities.

The charges stem from a violent altercation that resulted in at least one death at the correctional institution. State officials have not yet released details about the specific circumstances that led to the fight or the identity of the victim.

The incident adds to ongoing concerns about violence within Georgia's prison system, which has faced scrutiny over safety conditions and staffing levels in recent years.

Authorities have not disclosed when the fight occurred or provided information about potential injuries to other inmates or staff members. The investigation into the incident appears to be ongoing.

The Georgia Department of Corrections has not immediately responded to requests for additional information about the charges or the current status of the facility where the fight took place.