Inmate Assault at Utah Prison | Salt Lake City News

Salt Lake City News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jul 27, 2026 · 1m

In a tense Sunday at Utah’s State Correctional Facility, an inmate violently assaulted a correctional officer, who suffered a head injury but is expected to make a full recovery. The Department of Corrections confirms the inmate initiated the attack and is now investigating. Commissioner Jared Garcia praised staff for their swift, courageous response and reaffirmed that violence will not be tolerated. The facility remains on lockdown through at least Monday as authorities dig deeper — a sobering reminder of the daily risks faced by correctional officers and the critical need for safety and…