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CLARKSBURG, WEST VIRGINIA
Irvin Johnson, a 35-year-old inmate at Federal Corrections Institution Hazelton in Preston County, has admitted to a heinous crime. He pleaded guilty to one count of ‘Assault of a Correctional Officer Involving Physical Contact,’ a charge that carries serious consequences.
On April 2020, Johnson committed the assault, which has now led to his downfall. He has been sentenced to 15 additional months of incarceration, a harsh punishment that will keep him behind bars for a longer period.
Assistant U.S. Attorney Brandon S. Flower prosecuted the case on behalf of the government, while the Bureau of Prisons investigated the matter. U.S. District Judge Thomas S. Kleeh presided over the case.
The incident occurred in April 2020, when Johnson assaulted a correctional officer. The officer was subjected to physical contact, which is a serious offense. Johnson’s actions have now led to his guilty plea and the subsequent sentence.
The case against Johnson highlights the dangers faced by correctional officers in their line of duty. The assault on the officer was a breach of trust and a threat to their safety. Johnson’s sentence serves as a reminder of the consequences of such actions.
As a result of the guilty plea, Johnson will serve 15 additional months in prison. This severe punishment demonstrates the gravity of the offense and the importance of maintaining order within correctional facilities.
Irvin Johnson’s case serves as a stark reminder of the importance of respecting the authority of correctional officers and the consequences of violating that respect. His sentence is a testament to the seriousness with which the law views such offenses.
Key Facts
- State: West Virginia
- Category: Violent Crime
- Source: DOJ Press Release â†â€â€
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