UTICA, N.Y. — Gov. Kathy Hochul has issued a statement regarding the indictment that is anticipated to be unsealed in Oneida County Court related to the fatal beating of an inmate at Marcy Correctional Facility.
“Robert Brooks should be alive today. The brutal attack on Mr. Brooks was sickening, and I immediately moved to terminate the employment of those involved. Now, the perpetrators have been rightfully charged with murder and State Police are making arrests,” she said.
“This incident is a sobering reminder of the challenges facing our correctional system. I’ve worked with Commissioner Martuscello on safety reforms, including installing new security cameras, strengthening the Office of Special Investigations and increasing compensation for our hard-working correction officers.
“Public safety is my top priority. I will continue doing everything in my power to keep our correctional facilities safe for all,” she concluded…