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Wash. inmate says ‘Allah Akbar’ as he attacks CO

The attack took place when an inmate hit a CO with the top of a metal stool

By C1 Staff

PORT ANGELES, Wash. — An inmate yelled “Allah Akbar” while he attacked a Clallam County officer, KOMO News reported.

The Jan. 25 attack happened as the inmate exited his cell and hit a correctional officer with the top of a metal stool.

The officer was knocked unconscious and suffered a major concussion. He received 20 stitches.

The 27-year-old inmate, Addinjib Ibraham, said the Islamic phrase twice — once when he hit the guard and again after.

Authorities told the news site this was an isolated incident but they will continue to investigate.