Usp Big Sandy Inmate Sentenced After Attacking Prison Guard Federal Prosecutors Say
MILITARY signal, reported in US, from wchstv.com, with negative sentiment. Locations: Kentucky, United States, Big Sandy.
What Happened
A federal inmate at USP Big: Malik Alleyne, 30, was sentenced to 30 months in prison after pleading guilty to two counts of assaulting a federal officer resulting in bodily injury. Prosecutors stated Alleyne attacked a prison guard in January at USP Big Sandy in eastern Kentucky, using a razor blade with a plastic handle. The incident occurred when Alleyne became disruptive in his cell and brandished the blade before punching, biting, and striking the officer multiple times. An FBI-led investigation confirmed the attack, and Alleyne’s sentencing follows a plea deal with federal prosecutors.
Why it matters
The inmate’s sentence reflects federal efforts to address violent behavior within correctional facilities. Alleyne’s actions risked safety for prison staff and could set a precedent for handling similar incidents. Federal prosecutors are likely to monitor future cases involving inmate violence to prevent recurrence, though specific next steps for the facility remain unclear.
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