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Inmate accused of slashing CO’s neck

Using a homemade weapon, the inmate slashed the corrections officer’s neck

By C1 Staff

SACRAMENTO, Calif. — California State Prison-Sacramento officials are investigating the attempted murder of a correctional officer in one of the maximum security units Monday morning.

Inmate Alberto Cortez attacked a 15-year veteran correctional officer with a makeshift weapon, slashing him repeatedly across the neck, according to News 10.

A second inmate attempted to attack responding officers. The injured officer is currently listed in fair condition at a local hospital.