Virginia corrections officer killed in 'vicious' inmate attack

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Virginia corrections officer killed in 'vicious' inmate attack

A corrections officer in Southwest Virginia was killed in an attack by an inmate on Monday morning, according to the Virginia Department of Corrections.

www.wtvr.com

GRAYSON COUNTY, Va. — A corrections officer in Southwest Virginia was killed in what the Virginia Department of Corrections (VADOC) called a "vicious attack" by an inmate.

A news release from VADOC says the attack happened at River North Correctional Center in Independence, Virginia just before 8 a.m. Monday.

The officer killed in the attack has been identified as Jeremy Lewis Hall, 40. He had been an employee of VADOC since April 2024.

Our agency, the Commonwealth of Virginia, and corrections professionals around the nation join us in mourning the loss of Officer Hall,” said VADOC Director Chad Dotson. “Our hearts continue to be with Officer Hall’s family, friends, and his fellow public safety heroes at River North.”

Two officers were injured in the attack and have since been treated and released.

River North Correctional Center is secure after the attack, VADOC said.

It's down in SW Virginia.

North River is a Level 4 prison....Level 5 being the highest security level in Virginia.

 

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Correctional officers are the unsung heroes of law enforcement. Imagine having a job where you go to work everyday with the thought of this possibility happening. It has to take its toll over time on someone. RIP.

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