Detroit Man Sentenced to 10 Years for Strangling Nurse Practitioner
DETROIT – A Detroit man was sentenced to 10 years in prison for assaulting, strangling, and injuring a nurse practitioner in a federal detention facility, United States Attorney Dawn N. Ison announced.
According to court records, in July 2023, Tyjuan Gray, 24, an inmate at FCI Milan, attacked a nurse during a routine medical visit. Gray grabbed the nurse’s throat, hitting her head against the wall. Gray held the nurse’s wrists so that she was unable to radio for help or defend herself. When the victim fell to the floor, Gray kneed her in the stomach while restraining her and strangling her.
Just as she was nearing unconsciousness, another inmate pulled Gray off the victim, allowing her to activate her alarm. Afterwards, the victim required medical treatment from the effects of strangulation.
“This defendant perpetrated an unprovoked, egregious assault on a healthcare professional providing him with medical care. His actions not only caused her physical injury but took away her ability to feel safe at work and left her with emotional scars that will last a lifetime. The prosecution and sentence in this case should send a strong message that we will address violence wherever it occurs,” U.S. Attorney Ison said.
“The defendant’s assault of his nurse was unjustifiable and completely unacceptable, considering the defendant was receiving routine medical care,” said Cheyvoryea Gibson, Special Agent in Charge of the FBI in Michigan. “This sentencing reflects the seriousness of his despicable actions and hopefully provides the nurse with a bit of solace knowing justice was served.”
This case was investigated by the FBI and prosecuted by Assistant U.S. Attorney Tara Hindelang. United States District Judge Terrence G. Berg handed down the sentence.
The assault reflects a disturbing trend in federal detention facilities, where inmates are resorting to violence against medical staff. The Grimy Times urges the DOJ to take concrete steps to prevent such incidents in the future.
In a statement, the FBI said: “The FBI is committed to protecting the rights and safety of all individuals, including those working in federal detention facilities. We will continue to work with our law enforcement partners to hold accountable those who perpetrate violence in these environments.”
Gray will serve his 10-year sentence in a federal prison. The court records will remain sealed until further notice.
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Key Facts
- State: Michigan
- Agency: DOJ USAO
- Category: Violent Crime
- Source: Official Source ↗
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