Former Correctional Officer Charged with Sexually Abusing Inmate

A former correctional officer at Rensselaer County Correctional Facility has been indicted for allegedly sexually abusing a female federal detainee.

According to the indictment, Sean Morrissey, 51, of Waterford, New York, knowingly rubbed the genitalia of the inmate between September 7, 2018 and September 21, 2018.

The charge filed against Morrissey carries a maximum term of 2 years in prison, a fine of up to $250,000, and a term of supervised release of up to 1 year. The charge is merely an accusation, and Morrissey is presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty.

Morrissey was arraigned today in Albany, before United States Magistrate Judge Christian F. Hummel. He was released with conditions pending a trial to be scheduled before Chief United States District Judge Glenn T. Suddaby.

The case is being investigated by the FBI and the Rensselaer County Sheriff’s Office, and is being prosecuted by Assistant U.S. Attorney Benjamin S. Clark.

Morrissey’s indictment is a serious allegation that undermines the trust and confidence in our correctional system. We will continue to work tirelessly to ensure that those responsible for such heinous crimes are held accountable.

The details of the case are as follows: Defendant: Sean Morrissey; Crime: Abusive Sexual Contact of a Ward; City and State: Albany, New York; Exact Date: Between September 7, 2018 and September 21, 2018; Sentence: Up to 2 years in prison, up to $250,000 fine, and up to 1 year supervised release.

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