Stephen G. Schwarz of FaraciLange,LLP. Courtesy PhotoAttorney Says Seeking Justice for Inmate's Death Requires Systemic Change as Well as Compensation
Faraci Lange partner Stephen G. Schwarz is representing family members of Robert Brooks, whose death was confirmed as a homicide. He called out a "culture of violence and intimidation" that has plagued the New York corrections system.
February 06, 2025 at 03:11 PM
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Confirmation that Robert Brooks, a 43-year-old inmate at Marcy Correction Facility in central New York, died by homicide, after video footage showed him being beaten with his hands tied behind his back by correctional officers, prompted Gov. Kathy Hochul's call on Thursday for criminal charges and arrests.
“Now that the Onondaga County Medical Examiner has ruled Mr. Brooks’ death was a homicide," Hochul said in a prepared statement, "I believe the legal process must quickly move forward with criminal charges being filed and arrests being made. This reprehensible act of violence demands the full force of our justice system—the family of Mr. Brooks deserves no further delays.”
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