WARREN COUNTY, Ohio (WXIX) – A Tri-State family says they are desperate for answers after learning their loved one, Joshua Allen, is on life support following an alleged assault inside Lebanon Correctional Institution earlier this week.
The Allen family says they usually hear from Joshua frequently. But they say it has been more than 24 hours with no word.
Their concern is growing after they say a current inmate contacted them, claiming Joshua was beaten in his cell Tuesday morning. The family says they still have not gotten clear answers from the prison.
Family says inmate witnessed assault
“Every second right now feels like a nightmare to our family,” said Christine Allen, Joshua’s wife…