Six former officers at an eastern Kentucky prison have been sentenced to prison for assaulting an inmate and trying to cover it up. The sentences range from 1 month to 5 years.
Key Points
Six former officers sentenced to prison for assault and cover-up
Sentences ranged from 1 month to 5 years
Assault took place in 2018 at Eastern Kentucky Correctional Complex
Pros
Justice served for the assaulted inmate
Clear message that corrections officers are not above the law
Cons
Violations of civil rights and obstruction of justice