Former correctional officer at the Federal Correctional Institution in Dublin, California, Nakie Nunley, has been sentenced to six years in prison for sexually abusing five inmates. Nunley is the seventh correctional officer at the facility to be sentenced for such crimes, following an investigation by The Associated Press in 2022 that revealed a culture of rampant sexual abuse and cover-up at the prison.
The U.S. Department of Justice announced that Nunley had “egregiously exploited” his power to abuse inmates and retaliate against those who spoke up about the abuse. U.S. Deputy Attorney General Lisa Monaco stated that the Justice Department is committed to holding accountable officials who abuse their authority and will not tolerate retaliation against victims.
Nunley pleaded guilty to four counts of sexual abuse of a ward and five lesser felonies of abusive sexual contact of five women, as well as lying to federal officials during their investigation. The Federal Bureau of Prisons reports that the prison has more than 600 inmates and is located 40 miles east of San Francisco.
This case highlights the importance of holding those in positions of power accountable for their actions and ensuring the safety and well-being of inmates in correctional facilities. The justice system must continue to address and prevent cases of abuse and misconduct to protect vulnerable individuals in these institutions.
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