If you know someone in prison

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Preparing to write my first letter to a friend in prison. I have no idea what to say. I don’t condone their crimes at all but I am worried about their mental health of being isolated so suddenly and I need to talk to them for closure.

where do I even begin?
TIA

There is a whole lot of judgement on here. People make mistakes. A lot are to do with upbringing and going off the rails.
im wondering if it’s an ex partner. Maybe start with I just wanted to check in that your ok. Keep it light. See if the person replies. Maybe best not to say to much about yourself as you want to keep yourself protected too.

An absolutely ridiculous comment

To those saying don’t reference his crime. I have drafted a letter already and whilst I haven’t said specifics I have stated I do not condone what he’s done because it was absolutely abhorrent and I don’t want him thinking I am being of those people who blindly supports. But I have only said it briefly and continued on with normal things.

Best of luck, Smileerily.

"I have stated I do not condone what he’s done because it was absolutely abhorrent"

What is it you're wanting from this friend?

You said you wanted closure, how does that come about from a letter where you point out that you're better than him then go on to "talk about normal things"? Similarly, rather than showing concern for his mental health (as per your OP) you just kick him while he's down then start chatting about the weather.

Bizarre, ghoulish behaviour. He's been judged, he's serving his sentence. He doesn't need you to stick the boot in.