ADCRR reacts to the online video “inmate attack

Tucson, ariz. (KGun9) – The department for corrections, rehabilitation and re -entry into Arizona (ADCRR) examines a violent argument between inmates in the Arizona State Prison Complex – after a video about the incident on social media appeared.

The video published online on May 15th shows a targeted attack on which two inmates attack another. ADCRR confirmed that the incident took place on May 14, but the film material does not show any response from the staff. The department emphasized that violence in Arizona's prisons is unacceptable, and the parties involved, including people who illegally had a cell phone, are held accountable according to guidelines and state law.

According to ADCRR, the prison staff pursued, isolate and contain, isolate and contain the security of the participants when answering the reaction and work in order to stabilize, isolate and contain them. The attacked inmate was taken to a local hospital for treatment and returned to the facility on the same day. None of the inmates had serious injuries, and those responsible were moved to higher custody units immediately after the incident.

The department also confirmed that public speculations of third parties who claimed to have represented the interests of prisons can jeopardize security and hinder ongoing investigations. ADCRR said that such statements from the agency demand that the resources redirect to tackle misinformation.

As part of the continuous efforts to reduce violence in the inmates, ADCRR is committed to improved personnel, higher payment and better retention strategies to support the high risk situations every day.

Officials emphasize that the incident of May 14th was isolated and is not a continued threat. Criminal investigations are ongoing and the department says that it will remain as transparent as right if the situation develops.