Fatal Beating of Robert Brooks at Marcy Correctional Facility: 14 Employees Suspended or Resigned
The New York State Department of Corrections and Community Supervision (DOCCS) has released the names of those allegedly involved in the fatal beating of Robert Brooks at Marcy Correctional Facility. Fourteen employees have been suspended without pay or have resigned.
Investigation and Action
Based on the evidence gathered in the ongoing investigations into the tragic death of Robert Brooks, Governor Hochul directed DOCCS Commissioner Martuscello to begin the termination process of those involved. The commissioner stated, "Based on the evidence gathered in the ongoing investigations into the tragic death of Robert Brooks at Marcy Correctional Facility, Governor Hochul directed DOCCS Commissioner Martuscello to begin the termination process of those involved."
List of Employees Involved
The following employees have been suspended without pay or have resigned:
- Sgt. Michael Mashaw
- Sgt. Glenn Trombly
- CO Matthew Galliher
- CO Nicholas Anzalone
- CO David Kingsley
- CO Nicholas Kieffer
- CO Robert Kessler
- CO Michael Fisher
- CO Christopher Walrath
- CO Michael Along
- CO Shea Schoff
- CO David Walters
- Nurse Kyle Dashnaw
- CO Anthony Farina (resigned before suspension/termination)
New York Attorney General Recuses Office from Investigation
Robert Brooks suffered multiple horrific injuries and died after being beaten as an inmate at Marcy Correctional Facility, according to court paperwork. On Thursday, The New York Attorney General’s Office recused itself from the investigation and named Onondaga County District Attorney Bill Fitzpatrick as a special prosecutor in this case.
Conclusion
The investigation into the fatal beating of Robert Brooks at Marcy Correctional Facility has led to the suspension or resignation of 14 employees. The New York State Department of Corrections and Community Supervision has taken swift action to address the tragic incident and ensure accountability. The case has also led to the recusal of the New York Attorney General’s Office, with Onondaga County District Attorney Bill Fitzpatrick taking on the role of special prosecutor.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Who was Robert Brooks?
A: Robert Brooks was an inmate at Marcy Correctional Facility who suffered multiple horrific injuries and died after being beaten.
Q: How many employees were involved in the fatal beating?
A: 14 employees were involved, with 13 suspended without pay and one who resigned before the suspension/termination process.
Q: What action has been taken by the New York State Department of Corrections and Community Supervision?
A: The department has begun the termination process of those involved, with 14 employees suspended without pay or having resigned.
Q: What is the status of the investigation?
A: The investigation is ongoing, with the New York Attorney General’s Office recusing itself and naming Onondaga County District Attorney Bill Fitzpatrick as a special prosecutor.
