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AG releases video showing inmate from Rochester beaten before death at NY state prison
ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WHAM) — New York Attorney General Letitia James released body-worn camera video Friday from Marcy Correctional Facility showing officers beating an inmate who died the next day.
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Video from Dec. 9 showed Robert Brooks, 43, of Rochester, being beaten by several officers.
James noted the officers left their cameras on standby mode, only recording video and not audio.
WARNING: GRAPHIC VIDEO
Brooks was more than halfway through a 12-year sentence, which began in 2017, for first-degree assault.
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The official cause of Brooks’ death has not yet been released, but preliminary findings show concern for asphyxia due to compression of the neck.
Gov. Kathy Hochul released a statement Friday after James released the video.
Like all New Yorkers, I was outraged and horrified after seeing footage of the senseless killing of Robert Brooks. I have been clear that it is the responsibility of the New York State Department of Corrections and Community Supervision to provide appropriate care and protection for those in its custody, and I will not tolerate anyone who violates that responsibility. That is why I ordered an immediate and full investigation into the death of Robert Brooks and further directed DOCCS Commissioner Martuscello to begin the termination process for the 14 individuals who were involved in his fatal attack. The State of New York has zero tolerance for individuals who break the law, and I am committed to holding everyone involved fully accountable. Once again, I want to offer my deepest condolences to Mr. Brooks’ family and loved ones as they grieve his tragic death. I am grateful to the Attorney General and her team, our State Police, and everyone working with us to ensure justice is served in this case.
This is a developing story.
The Attorney General’s Office has released a shocking video showing an inmate from Rochester being brutally beaten before his death at a New York state prison. The video footage, which has sparked outrage and demands for justice, captured the inmate being assaulted by multiple corrections officers.
The disturbing footage shows the inmate being punched, kicked, and slammed to the ground by several officers, while others stood by and watched. The inmate can be heard crying out in pain and begging for mercy, but the officers continue their violent attack.
The inmate, who has been identified as a 35-year-old man from Rochester, was pronounced dead shortly after the incident. The cause of death has not been officially released, but it is clear from the video that the inmate suffered severe injuries during the assault.
The Attorney General’s Office has launched an investigation into the incident, and the officers involved have been placed on administrative leave pending the outcome of the investigation. The video has sparked widespread condemnation and calls for accountability for the officers responsible for the inmate’s death.
This tragic incident highlights the urgent need for reform within the New York state prison system and the importance of holding those responsible for the abuse and mistreatment of inmates accountable. Our thoughts are with the family and loved ones of the inmate during this difficult time. #JusticeForInmateFromRochester
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