A tragic incident occurred in Chillicothe, Ohio, where a corrections officer lost his life on Christmas morning due to an assault by an inmate. This devastating event highlights the risks and dangers faced by those working in the prison system.
Andrew Lansing, a corrections officer at Ross Correctional Institution in Chillicothe, tragically lost his life this morning due to an inmate assault, according to the Ohio Department of Rehabilitation and Correction.
“The department director, Annette Chambers-Smith, expressed the immense difficulty of losing a staff member, especially when it happens on Christmas Day and at the hands of someone in our custody. She described this heartbreaking event as a tragedy that is simply incomprehensible.”
Officer Lansing’s decision to forgo spending the holiday with his family and instead stay on duty has left a lasting impact on our agency, stated Chambers-Smith.
The prison authorities have not yet provided any specific information regarding the alleged assault or the inmate involved. It has been reported that the prison is currently operating under restricted movement, and the Ohio State Highway Patrol is currently conducting an investigation into the matter.
The department confirmed that the inmate suspect had been transferred to the Southern Ohio Correctional Facility.
According to reports, Lansing, a beloved and highly regarded employee at the prison, was well-known for his long-standing commitment to his work and was held in high regard by his colleagues.
According to the department, he was a friendly and outgoing officer who treated everyone with respect and maintained a professional demeanor.
