The murder of Robert Brooks at Marcy Correctional Facility by those charged with his supervision and security is horrific in terms of its inherent brutality and the dereliction of official duties by those responsible. It is rightly being investigated as a violent felony by the State Police, the State AG and the State Office of Special Investigations. Suffice to say that, were it not for the body camera footage, this event might never have seen the full light of day. The actions of those involved are disgusting beyond words. We at PLS express our profound sadness and deepest sympathy to the Brooks family and pledge to continue our best efforts to help ensure the safety of all incarcerated individuals in the State’s prison system.