Two staff members at Lincoln prison seriously injured in attacks
Two workers at the Lincoln Correctional Center were seriously injured Wednesday after being assaulted by inmates in separate incidents, according to the Nebraska Department of Correctional Services.
By News Channel NebraskaTwo workers at the Lincoln Correctional Center were seriously injured Wednesday after being assaulted by inmates in separate incidents, according to the Nebraska Department of Correctional Services.
The first assault happened just after 1 p.m. when an inmate approached a staff member from behind and punched him in the face.
The injured staff member was able to secure the inmate and was assisted by other staff members in returning the inmate to his cell. The injured staff member sustained a chipped tooth and a mild concussion.
The second assault occurred around 6:30 p.m. An inmate threatened a staff member and then struck her on the side of her face with the palm of his hand. As he approached her again, she deployed pepper spray. Additional staff members helped to restrain the inmate. The worker sustained a concussion.
Both assaults will be investigated and the results will be turned over to the Lancaster County Attorney for prosecution. Additionally, prison disciplinary procedures will be followed, according to corrections.