A disturbing display of violence has rocked the federal prison system, as a New Jersey man was charged with assaulting a correctional officer.
Isiah Heyward, 24, of Sicklerville, NJ, was charged today by indictment with assault on a federal officer, according to Acting United States Attorney Louis D. Lappen.
The indictment alleges that on or about December 10, 2016, Heyward forcibly assaulted, resisted, opposed, impeded, intimidated and interfered with a Correctional Officer of the Federal Bureau of Prisons while the officer was engaged in his official duties.
This egregious act of violence has serious consequences, and if convicted, the defendant faces a maximum sentence of 8 years’ imprisonment.
The case was investigated by the Federal Bureau of Investigations and is being prosecuted by Assistant United States Attorney Jeffery W. Whitt.
An Indictment, Information or Criminal Complaint is an accusation. A defendant is presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty.
Heyward’s actions have put him at odds with the law, and the federal government is taking swift action to hold him accountable.
With the potential for up to 8 years behind bars, Heyward’s future hangs in the balance as his case makes its way through the justice system.
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Key Facts
- State: Pennsylvania
- Category: Violent Crime
- Source: DOJ Press Release â†â€â€
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