Romulus, N.Y. – On Nov. 3, an inmate at Five Points Correctional Facility was seriously injured during a violent confrontation involving three prisoners in the Residential Rehabilitation Unit (RRU). The incident, reported by the New York State Correctional Officers and Police Benevolent Association, underscores ongoing safety challenges within the state’s correctional system.
Details of the assault
According to a union release, an officer assigned to monitor programming observed one inmate approach another and deliver a punch to the victim’s head. The situation quickly escalated when two additional inmates joined the fray. One assailant kicked the injured man in the upper body, while the other made stabbing motions toward him.
Correction officers intervened promptly, separating the participants and providing immediate medical attention. The victim was treated for cuts to his cheek, nose, chin, forearm, neck, and ear. He remains in stable condition.
Improvised weapons recovered
Following the assault, a search of the cell housing two of the attackers uncovered a makeshift firearm constructed from paper. The roughly 9‑by‑12‑inch device included a magazine and a light pointer, but the union confirmed it was not capable of firing. In addition, one of the inmates surrendered a black ceramic razor believed to have been used during the attack.
Both assailants have been placed in the facility’s Special Housing Unit, and the recovered items have been secured as evidence for further investigation.
Union response and broader context
The New York State Correctional Officers and Police Benevolent Association emphasized the importance of maintaining a safe environment for both staff and inmates. While incidents of inmate violence are not uncommon in correctional facilities, the discovery of improvised weapons highlights the need for continued vigilance and effective monitoring.
State officials have not yet released a detailed statement on the incident, but the union’s release suggests that corrective measures will be reviewed to prevent similar occurrences. The incident serves as a reminder of the challenges faced by correctional officers who work under demanding conditions to protect the public and uphold order within the prison system.
What residents should know
Five Points Correctional Facility, located in the town of Romulus, is a key component of New York’s correctional infrastructure. While the facility is not open to the public, its operations impact the broader community, especially families of inmates and local law‑enforcement partners.
Residents with concerns about safety or who wish to learn more about the facility’s policies are encouraged to contact the New York State Department of Corrections and Community Supervision.
Original reporting: CNY Central WSTM (Sinclair) – local — read the source article.
