BLUEFIELD, W.Va. – In a shocking turn of events, Elijio Perez, a 30-year-old inmate at the Federal Correctional Institution (FCI) at Beckley, was sentenced to 12 months in prison for possessing a weapon at the correctional facility.
Perez, who is currently serving a sentence, was caught with a handcrafted weapon on March 31, 2020, after a staff member found it on the floor between a desk and a wall in an office at the prison. The weapon, a piece of metal about 9 ½ inches long and sharpened to a point on one end, was designed and intended to be used as a weapon.
According to court documents, Perez admitted to possessing the shank, which was discovered by a staff member. The incident highlights the ongoing struggle to maintain security within the nation’s prisons.
Acting United States Attorney Lisa G. Johnston commended the investigative work of the Federal Bureau of Prisons, stating that their efforts were instrumental in bringing Perez to justice.
Assistant United States Attorney Timothy D. Boggess handled the prosecution, working tirelessly to ensure that Perez faced the consequences of his actions.
United States District Judge Frank W. Volk imposed the sentence, bringing an end to the case. Perez will serve his 12-month sentence consecutively to his current sentence.
Key Facts
- State: West Virginia
- Category: Violent Crime
- Source: DOJ Press Release â†â€â€
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