16-Year-Old Inmate in Juvenile Facility Faces Homicide Charges for Death of Staff Member During Attack

16-year-old Inmate in Juvenile Facility Faces Homicide Charges death Staff Member During Attack

By Jackelyn Cornejo , Parent Herald Jun 27, 01:00 pm

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A 16-year-old prisoner at a juvenile correctional facility in Wisconsin is facing liabilities of manslaughter and killing after the passing of a staff member he allegedly assaulted, according to court documents.

16-Year-Old Inmate in Juvenile Facility Faces Homicide Charges

The circumstances happened on Monday night at Lincoln Hills School in Irma, managed by the Wisconsin Department of Corrections (DOC).

The casualties, determined as 49-year-old Corey Proulx, a youth counselor at the school, sustained crucial wounds while trying to constrain the teen after he reportedly attacked another staff member. Proulx died on Tuesday due to his wounds.

The teen has been accused of second-degree imprudent homicide, felony murder-battery, and two counts of battery connected to the circumstances.

At a court investigation on Wednesday, the judge decided to accuse the suspect, Javarius Hurd, as a grown-up. Hurd's bond was settled at $100,000, and he was mandated not to have contact with school staff or the casualty's family members. If ever found guilty, he could face up to 58 years in prison.

According to the criminal accusation, the teen supposedly concealed anger toward the primary casualty, blaming her for abusing authority and treating him unjustly.

He reportedly planned to oppose her and threw soap at her before physically attacking her. When Proulx interceded to arrest him, the teen allegedly assaulted Proulx, causing him to fall and sustain deadly wounds.

Surveillance footage reportedly seized the circumstances, displaying the series of incidents resulting in Proulx's intense wounds. Proulx was transported to a hospital in a crucial situation but was announced brain-dead the next day.

The female staff member obtained medical medication for her wounds and has since been released from the hospital. The DOC has verified that no other youthful inmates were included in the circumstances.

Governor Tony Evers mandated flags to fly at half-staff in respect of Proulx, characterizing him as a devoted public servant known for his compassion and engagement in supporting youth.

DOC Secretary Jared Hoy also acclaimed Proulx's devotion and defined the difficulties faced by corrections staff in their roles.

Proulx was recognized dearly by his fiancée, daughter, and colleagues for his kindness and devotion to his work.

State Representative Michael Schraa, chair of the Assembly's corrections committee, conveyed concern about the Department of Corrections' operational state, questioning if it is in "crisis mode." He declared plans to quickly hold a hearing on the agency's operations.

Authorities Investigate State Prison Inmate's Death

Officials are examining the passing of a prisoner at a state prison in Sacramento County after guards constrained him on the ground during circumstances.

According to the California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation (CDCR), inmate Christopher Leong supposedly assaulted staff, immediately efforts to constrain him. He persisted in resisting and spitting at officers. Subsequently, he lost consciousness and stopped breathing while subdued on the ground.

Despite receiving medical aid, Leong was pronounced dead at 7:50 p.m. Ten staff members suffered minor injuries. The Sacramento County Coroner will verify the cause of the passing.

Leong had been confined since June 7, 2011, for violations including firearm discharge and attempted murder including a gang.

The incident is being investigated by CSP-Sacramento's Investigative Services Unit, CDCR's Deadly Force team, and the Sacramento County District Attorney's Office, overseen by the Office of the Inspector General.