Family of Robert Brooks, inmate who died after beating by guards, files wrongful death suit
The governor has ordered all state employees involved in the beating — two nurses and 16 corrections officers — to be fired.
Father of beaten inmate, Robert Brooks, seeks justice and change in Rochester
In a follow-up to the tragic death of Robert Brooks, a local inmate beaten by guards at Marcy Correctional Facility, News10NBC’s Jennifer Lewke spoke with Brooks’ father, Robert Ricks, about his ongoing fight for justice and change.
Robert Brooks’ father calls prison beating evil
Robert Ricks called the beating of his son Robert Brooks at Marcy Correctional Facility in December, divine intervention. “It’s an act of God that says, ‘ok, if you’re going to take this child’s life then I’m going to show them the evil behind these walls because that was evil.
Brooks death spurs push for prison reform
Lawmakers in Albany are calling for transparency and accountability of New York’s prison system. This comes after video of Robert Brooks being beaten by Marcy
Protesters Rally at Capitol, Calling for Reforms Following Death of Inmate Robert Brooks
Calls for justice echoed through the State Capitol as protesters, advocates, and lawmakers gathered to demand prison reform after the death of Robert Brooks
Robert Brooks was transferred to a Marcy prison for his safety. He died after guards beat him there
Utica, N.Y. — State prison officials were worried last month about the safety of inmate Robert L. Brooks. He was injured after two altercations with inmates at Mohawk Correctional Facility.
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Robert Brooks transferred to Marcy prison for 'his safety,' testimony reveals
"Incarcerated individual Brooks was involved in two altercations with other incarcerated individuals while at Mohawk, and due ...
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Protesters angry over inmate’s prison death rally at state Capitol
The angry demand for immediate prison reform returned loudly to the corridors of the state Capitol on Monday. It comes in the ...
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Robert Brooks Family Files Federal Lawsuit Over Prison Killers
The family of Robert Brooks joined by their legal team at a press conference to demand accountability for the 17 killers.
Rally for prison safety follows death at Marcy Correctional Facility
A rally advocating for prison safety is set for Monday, following the death of Robert Brooks, an inmate at Marcy Correctional ...