SCRANTON, Pennsylvania – A federal inmate at the United States Penitentiary at Canaan, Waymart, Pennsylvania, is facing serious charges after allegedly assaulting a correctional officer and possessing contraband in prison.
Shawn Hill, 34, of Connecticut, was indicted by a federal grand jury for the crimes on June 30, 2017. According to the indictment, Hill engaged in a physical altercation with a correctional officer after a sharpened piece of metal, commonly known as a "shank," was confiscated from his possession.
The investigation into the incident was conducted by the Federal Bureau of Investigation and the Bureau of Prisons Special Investigative Service. Assistant United States Attorney Robert J. O’Hara is prosecuting the case.
According to United States Attorney Bruce D. Brandler, the indictment alleges that Hill assaulted a correctional officer and possessed contraband on June 30, 2017. The charges stem from an incident in which Hill allegedly possessed a sharpened piece of metal commonly known as a "shank." After the weapon was confiscated, Hill allegedly engaged in a physical altercation with a correctional officer.
The maximum penalty which can be imposed under federal law for the offense is eight years of imprisonment, a term of supervised release following imprisonment, and a $250,000 fine. Under the Federal Sentencing Guidelines, the Judge is also required to consider and weigh a number of factors, including the nature, circumstances and seriousness of the offense; the history and characteristics of the defendant; and the need to punish the defendant, protect the public and provide for the defendant’s educational, vocational and medical needs.
Indictments and Criminal Informations are only allegations. All persons charged are presumed to be innocent unless and until found guilty in court.
Hill is currently a federal inmate at the United States Penitentiary at Canaan, Waymart, Pennsylvania, and is awaiting the outcome of his case. The investigation and prosecution of this case are ongoing and no further information is available at this time.
Key Facts
- State: Pennsylvania
- Category: Violent Crime
- Source: DOJ Press Release â†â€â€
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