Two correctional officers were stabbed by inmates at the Souza-Baranowski Correctional Center in Lancaster, Massachusetts. The incident occurred at the maximum-security prison, resulting in injuries to five officers in total. The confrontation took place on Wednesday night, leading to the officers being taken to hospitals for treatment.
A spokesperson for the Massachusetts Department of Correction, stated that the facility is currently secure as an investigation is underway to determine the details surrounding the incident. The two officers who were stabbed sustained serious injuries, while the other three officers were hurt as they responded to the situation. Specific information regarding the injuries sustained has not been disclosed.
The Massachusetts Correction Officers Federated Union expressed concern online, revealing that one officer was stabbed in the back and head during the altercation. The union called for increased measures to ensure the safety of correctional officers, emphasizing the need for action from the department to prevent such incidents in the future.
The union's post highlighted the challenges faced by correctional officers and urged authorities to take necessary steps to maintain order and security within the prison. The incident serves as a reminder of the risks and dangers that correctional officers encounter while carrying out their duties in high-security facilities.
