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December 20, 2025
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Former Marcy Correctional Officer Receives Maximum Sentence for Inmate's Death: A former officer at Marcy Correctional Facility, David Kingsley, was sentenced to 25 years to life for the murder of inmate Robert Brooks. The sentencing took place on Friday, with the maximum penalty imposed following court proceedings. The case has attracted regional attention, highlighting concerns about inmate safety and staff conduct in the correctional system. Authorities emphasized the seriousness of the crime with the strong sentence handed down. (Source: Finger Lakes Daily News on Dec 20)
December 19, 2025
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New York Enacts Prison Reform Law After Fatal Marcy Facility Incident: Governor Kathy Hochul has signed a revised prison reform law in New York, following the 2024 death of Robert Brooks at Marcy Correctional Facility. The legislation requires expanded video surveillance in prisons and jails, the installation of cameras in Department of Corrections vehicles, and greater transparency around deaths and complaints within the system. It also expands access for oversight groups and adjusts deadlines for compliance. The measure aims to improve accountability after several in-custody deaths. (Source: Fingerlakes1.com on Dec 19)
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Former Marcy Correctional Officer Sentenced to 25 Years to Life for Inmate Death: A judge in Oneida County has sentenced David Kingsley, a former corrections officer at Marcy Correctional Facility, to 25 years to life in prison for the murder of inmate Robert Brooks. The sentencing follows his conviction in October for murder and manslaughter, based on evidence that included video footage of Kingsley and other officers assaulting Brooks in December 2024. Prosecutors argued that Kingsley's abuse of authority justified the maximum sentence. The incident has drawn strong reactions from the community. (Source: Fingerlakes1.com on Dec 19)
December 12, 2025
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Former Correction Officer Convicted in Marcy Inmate Death Released Pending Appeal: David Walters, a former correction officer at Marcy Correctional Facility, has been released from prison as his legal team seeks to overturn his conviction. Walters was found guilty of second-degree manslaughter for the 2020 beating death of inmate Robert Brooks in Oneida County. The release has drawn attention to the legal process and the ongoing appeal. The case remains closely watched within the region and state corrections community. (Source: Finger Lakes Daily News on Dec 12)
November 23, 2025
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Four Former Correctional Officers Sentenced for Role in Inmate's 2024 Death: Four former correctional officers were sentenced on Friday for their involvement in the 2024 beating death of inmate Robert Brooks at Marcy Correctional Facility. Two of the officers received 22 years for first-degree manslaughter, while the other two were given shorter sentences for lesser charges. Body camera footage played a key role in the case and prompted public demands for improvements in prison oversight. Additional proceedings against two more officers connected to the incident are still pending. (Source: Fingerlakes1.com on Nov 23)
November 22, 2025
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Four Marcy Correctional Officers Sentenced in Connection to Inmate Death: In Oneida County Court, four former correctional officers from Marcy Correctional Facility received sentences for their involvement in the 2023 death of inmate Robert Brooks. The incident, which gained significant attention after video evidence surfaced, has raised ongoing concerns about staff conduct within New York's correctional system. The court's decision brings a measure of closure to a widely scrutinized case. Further reforms may be considered as a result of this outcome. (Source: Finger Lakes Daily News on Nov 22)
November 14, 2025
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Synthetic Marijuana Confiscated From Inmate at Mid-State Correctional Facility: Corrections officers at the Mid-State Correctional Facility in Marcy, New York, discovered 176 sheets treated with synthetic marijuana during a search of an inmate's cell in June. The suspect, serving a four-year sentence for attempted weapon possession, was temporarily placed in a Special Housing Unit while staff investigated. It took nearly four months for laboratory testing to confirm the presence of K2 due to processing delays. The inmate ultimately lost various privileges for 90 days as disciplinary action. (Source: Fingerlakes1.com on Nov 14)
November 10, 2025
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State Police Investigate Apparent Suicide at Marcy Correctional Facility: New York State Police are conducting an investigation following an apparent suicide that took place Friday morning at Marcy Correctional Facility in Oneida County. Authorities reported that the incident occurred around 8:05 a.m. within an administrative building. The individual involved was a 55-year-old Department of Corrections and Community Supervision employee. The circumstances remain under review. (Source: Finger Lakes Daily News on Nov 10)
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Correctional Officers Union Seeks Apology Over Marcy Facility Suicide Comments: The New York State Correctional Officers and Police Benevolent Association has asked State Senator Julia Salazar for a public apology after she commented on the recent suicide of a civilian staff member at Marcy Correctional Facility. The union criticized the senator for describing the incident as a security failure and for suggesting an investigation of facility staff. The deceased was a chaplain who had worked for the Department of Corrections and Community Supervision for two decades. The situation has highlighted ongoing concerns about facility security policies. (Source: Fingerlakes1.com on Nov 10)
November 9, 2025
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State Prison Employee Dies in Apparent Suicide at Marcy Correctional Facility: A Department of Corrections and Community Supervision employee was found dead from an apparent self-inflicted gunshot wound at the Marcy Correctional Facility in Oneida County on Friday morning. Authorities responded to the incident at approximately 8:05 a.m. and identified the deceased as Abdalla Hadian, a civilian Imam recently back from medical leave. Investigators found a handwritten note at the scene, which is being translated. The State Police Bureau of Criminal Investigation is overseeing the case. (Source: Fingerlakes1.com on Nov 9)
October 20, 2025
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Jury Continues Deliberations in Case Involving Marcy Correctional Facility Inmate's : Deliberations are ongoing in Oneida County regarding the trial of three former Marcy Correctional Facility officers accused in connection with the death of inmate Robert Brooks. The proceedings are set to continue Monday, with the defendants asserting limited involvement in the incident. (Source: Finger Lakes Daily News on Oct 20)