Son of a man who was beaten and died in a New York prison sues guards, officials
The son of an inmate who died after a prolonged beating by New York prison guards said in a federal lawsuit Wednesday that his father’s attackers “systematically and casually beat him to death” in a correctional system that tolerates violence.
Family of Robert Brooks, inmate who died after beating by prison guards, files wrongful death suit
The governor has ordered all state employees involved in the beating — two nurses and 16 corrections officers — to be fired.
Why Firing the Prison Guards Involved in Robert Brooks’ Death Is Neither Quick Nor Easy
The videos show a brutal assault: In December, New York corrections officers beat, kicked and choked a handcuffed Robert Brooks, 43, inside the medical unit at Marcy Correctional Facility, near Syracuse. Hours later, he died from his injuries, authorities said.
Family of Robert Brooks calls for change after Marcy Correctional Facility beating death
Son, brother and their attorneys announce civil suit against corrections officers and staff who were involved in December beating.
Lawsuit filed by family of inmate who died after prison guard beating
The family of an inmate who died after a beating at a Utica-area prison has filed a federal civil rights lawsuit.
Son of Robert Brooks Sr. sues Marcy prison
The son of Robert Brooks Sr. said in a federal lawsuit Wednesday that his father's attackers "systematically and casually beat him to death."
FULL STATEMENTS: Robert Brooks's Family Files Lawsuit Following Beating and Death of Marcy Correctional Inmate
The family of Robert Brooks filed a federal civil rights lawsuit on Wednesday. At a Rochester press conference, family members spoke for the first time to the media regarding the death of Brooks, who was beaten by correctional officers at Marcy Correctional Facility and later died in December.
Family of Robert Brooks announces civil lawsuit after fatal prison beating
Family of Robert Brooks and their attorneys held a press conference to announce the filing of a civil rights lawsuit following Mr. Brooks’ December 2024 fatal beating by correctional officers at Marcy Correctional Facility.
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