Lancaster News: Violent Assault on Correction Officers at Maximum-Security Facility
Thursday, 19 September 2024, 02:15
Details of the Incident
LANCASTER - Two correction officers were stabbed multiple times by inmates at the Souza Baranowski Correctional Center in Lancaster on Wednesday, the Massachusetts Department of Correction reported. Three additional correction officers were injured while responding to the incident.
Timeline of Events
- Time of Assault: The assault occurred around 6:20 p.m.
- Response: Five officers were transported to nearby hospitals for treatment.
This alarming episode highlights ongoing issues regarding safety and security within correctional facilities.
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