Former Officer Sentenced for Inmate Assault | Sacramento News

Sacramento News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jul 28, 2026 · 1m

A former Yuba County correctional officer, Matthew Babb, has been sentenced to three years in prison after admitting to sexually assaulting an inmate during a supposed medical appointment. The assault, which occurred in Olivehurst in October 2025, was confirmed by surveillance footage and led to Babb’s immediate firing. The victim, now focused on healing, delivered a powerful message: no one deserves abuse from someone in power, and she holds Babb accountable for the shame he now carries. The judge handed down the minimum sentence, and Babb must register as a sex offender for life — a deal…