The 19-year-old had illegally accessed the shuttered state prison by “crawling through a hole” in a fence surrounding the Downstate Correctional Facility
Nathan Palmer admitted to lying on a use-of-force form in an attempt to cover up Messiah Nantwi’s death, prosecutors said
Staff also failed to complete mandatory paperwork while booking Ryan Wodziak, including conducting a mental health assessment to identify his psychiatric needs
The union alleges the department is bypassing bargaining obligations and operating prisons with dangerously low staffing levels
Gregory Beers was convicted of trafficking fentanyl, meth, and heroin on behalf of a drug ring tied to Aryan Family and Omerta prison gangs
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Discover why the departments that treat recruiting like marketing are winning — and how to follow their lead
Proactive strategies and skills to foster a culture of accountability and support to prevent misconduct
The smartphone-sized DrugDetect-F1 detects dangerous narcotics drugs with high specificity in seconds and without contact
New technology reduces the risk of human oversight
UPCOMING & ON-DEMAND EVENTS
Proactive strategies and skills to foster a culture of accountability and support to prevent misconduct
Exercises, techniques, and routines designed to maximize readiness, prevent injuries and boost resilience
You face enough challenges in your career — this webinar will help you simplify your finances and secure your future with confidence
The latest advancements in on-person and package screening technology tailored with AI
Learn about the latest substance detection tech: MX908 and RaySecur integration
Preventing fraud while ensuring access
AI’s strategic role in streamlining processes and optimizing resources
Addressing the hidden dangers of cardiovascular disease
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Panelists review the training required for officers to manage custody transitions, as well as highlight strategies to improve safety during this process
Products designed to detect contraband in correctional facilities
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