by khebert | Jun 4, 2026 | Central Region, News & Reports Home, News from the Field, Public Relations
Cape Vincent , NY – Following significant contraband seizures in April at the medium security correctional facility, staff continued their efforts in May by investigating several inmate-on-inmate assaults, recovering additional weapons, and seizing more than 24...
by khebert | May 28, 2026 | Legislative, Member Home, News & Reports Home, News from the Field, President, Public Home
NYSCOPBA’s Legislative Team is pleased to report that NYSCOPBA’s “Death Gamble” legislation has officially been signed into law by Governor Hochul as part of the 2026-2027 Executive Budget. This long sought after benefit modifies the in-service death benefit...
by khebert | Apr 15, 2026 | News & Reports Home, News from the Field, Northern Region, Press Release Home, Public Relations
Ogdensburg , NY — Officers at Riverview Medium Security Correctional Facility successfully intercepted over two pounds of marijuana that had been smuggled into the prison, during a series of incidents involving a contraband investigation and a violent assault on...
by khebert | Apr 15, 2026 | News & Reports Home, News from the Field, Northern Region, Public Relations
Dannemora , NY — Eight officers were injured in a six-day period at the maximum-security prison, including two who required additional treatment at a local hospital. The injuries stemmed from five separate incidents, one of which involved a violent inmate-on-inmate...
by khebert | Feb 5, 2026 | Central Region, News & Reports Home, Press Release Home, Public Relations
Marcy , NY – On February 3, shortly after midnight, a 30-year-old inmate from Mid-State Correctional Facility attacked and injured two correctional officers while being transported from Wynn Hospital following minor surgery. Full Press Release
