Marcus Bias, a former District of Columbia Department of Corrections Officer, has pleaded guilty to one count of deprivation of rights under color of law for a violent assault on a handcuffed inmate.
The guilty plea underscores the seriousness of the offense and the commitment of law enforcement to uphold civil rights.
Statements from Justice Officials
Assistant Attorney General Kristen Clarke, U.S. Attorney Matthew M. Graves, Assistant Director Michael D.
Nordwall of the FBI’s Criminal Investigative Division, and Assistant Director in Charge David Sundberg of the FBI Washington Field Office have all expressed condemnation for Bias’s actions and emphasized the importance of holding law enforcement accountable for civil rights violations.
Details of the Assault
Court documents reveal that Bias intentionally pushed the detainee’s head into a metal doorframe without provocation while escorting him within the Department of Corrections.
The inmate, identified as J.W., was handcuffed behind his back, affected by O.C. spray, surrounded by officers, and not resisting at the time of the assault. J.W. sustained serious injuries that required emergency medical attention.
Legal Proceedings and Sentencing
Bias is scheduled for sentencing on June 28 and faces a maximum penalty of 10 years in prison, three years of supervised release, and a fine of up to $250,000.
The sentencing decision will consider various factors, including the severity of the offense and sentencing guidelines.
Investigation and Prosecution
The FBI Washington Field Office conducted the investigation, and Trial Attorney Anna Gotfryd of the Civil Rights Division’s Criminal Section, along with Assistant U.S. Attorney Michael Truscott for the District of Columbia, are prosecuting the case.
Their efforts underscore the commitment to ensuring justice and upholding civil rights within the criminal justice system.
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