According to reports, 10 New York prison guards have been indicted in the killing of inmate Robert Brooks, whose fatal beating was captured on bodycam footage. Six officers face second-degree murder charges, while three are charged with manslaughter. A tenth officer is accused of evidence tampering.
Prosecutors allege Brooks, who was handcuffed the entire time, was beaten multiple times and suffered fatal injuries, including a broken neck and internal bruising. Protesters filled the courtroom as the officers pleaded not guilty. Brooks’ family continues to demand justice, while Gov. Hochul faces backlash amid ongoing correction officer strikes across the state.
