Investigations
Investigations within correctional facilities are essential for uncovering misconduct, criminal activity, and policy violations. This directory provides articles and resources on conducting effective investigations, including evidence gathering, interviewing, and reporting techniques. Understanding the investigative process is crucial for maintaining integrity and safety within the facility. For more on related practices, visit our section on Escapes.
Sgt. Khadijah Solomon pleaded not guilty to the six-count indictment and was released on bail
R. Kelly’s legal team previously filed an emergency motion for his release, alleging that three Bureau of Prisons officials were conspiring to have him killed by another inmate
Records showed the agency failed to review investigations into an estimated 3,000 abuse complaints spanning seven years
Gov. Jeff Landry said a jail audit is underway and called for accountability across the justice system, “except for the police, who seem to be doing their job”
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The CO admitted in court to cleaning up blood and not reporting it following Robert Brooks’ death
A remediation manager will have sweeping powers over staff discipline, hiring and use-of-force oversight at Rikers
Wasco County Sheriff Magill called the behavior “egregious,” but the arbitrator cited a lack of prior discipline and a casual office culture in reversing the termination
The man, possibly targeting a suspect in a fatal police pursuit, fired on Hendricks County deputies and inmates before being fatally shot
During the hearing, Christopher Walrath acknowledged that he put Brooks in a chokehold, that he struck the inmate’s body and groin and that he lied to investigators
VADOC says the violent attack at Wallens Ridge State Prison was premeditated and involved inmates convicted of murder and rape
The Montgomery County Sheriff says Christian Black likely died from positional asphyxia after being restrained during a jail altercation
Franklin County Sheriff Jim Raymond faces a second restraining order after seizing 50 guns in defiance of a court directive during a jail control dispute
The former corrections electronics technician admitted to trafficking fentanyl, meth, knives and contraband cellphones into the Bonne Terre facility
The loaded handgun was allegedly left in a Nashville dental school restroom during a medical transport from Trousdale Turner Correctional Center
A search of the now-former Pocahontas State Correctional Center CO’s home led to the seizure of more than $150,000 worth of narcotics in prison value, a handgun and $1,000 in cash
Legislators say the killing of Michael Francke remains unsolved after courts tossed Frank Gable’s conviction due to serious trial flaws
The Department of Juvenile Justice says a toxic workplace culture at Mayfield enabled sexual activity while COs were on duty and youth fights hidden from cameras and supervisors
Messiah Nantwi resisted being handcuffed and grabbed a CO’s vest during an emergency response call, leading several COs to strike the inmate, the indictment says
The woman spent 85 days in DuPage County jail awaiting a mental health transfer before dying, with medical neglect cited as a contributing factor to her death
CDCR has restricted visits, phone calls and movement at 11 high-security prisons following a rise in violence directed at both COs and inmates
Inmates at Men’s Central Jail punched a deputy, stomped on his head until he lost consciousness, then stabbed him, requiring staples for a head wound
The charges include multiple stabbings, smuggling attempts and a scheme to bring weapons into the facility inside a Doritos bag
Corrections officers have been pushing for reforms to the HALT Act, saying restrictions on solitary confinement put staff at risk
A California DOJ investigation began after a video was leaked showing one of the “gladiator” fights; COs allegedly encouraged and oversaw 69 fights at Los Padrinos Juvenile Hall
The Mid-State Correctional Facility inmate died at a hospital in Utica; New York State Police are investigating the inmate’s death
The Macon County Jail officer, who had just left work and was still in uniform after work, told police the suspect threatened to shoot him
Los Angeles County District Attorney Nathan Hochman said he opposes a new trial for Erik and Lyle Menendez
The inmate attempted to grab the San Jacinto County deputy’s firearm during an altercation inside the hospital room, prompting the deputy to fire a few shots
Kathleen Kenney, a corrections veteran with federal and state experience, will monitor conditions at the Fulton County Jail following a Justice Department investigation
One bus was set on fire, and another was spray-painted with a message that read, “Can you hear us now?” on the side, as COs protest unsafe working conditions and policies
Nicholas Kieffer pleaded not guilty to second-degree murder, first-degree manslaughter and other charges in the death of inmate Robert Brooks at Marcy Correctional Facility
Queens prosecutors hope surveillance footage will generate leads in the fatal shooting of off-duty Corrections Officer John Jeff, who was ambushed in 2020
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