ST. MARTINVILLE, La. (AP) - A 23-year-old correctional officer is facing criminal charges for allegedly trying to bring contraband into the prison.
WAFB-TV reports Keland Andre Simmons faces a charge of malfeasance in office and introduction of contraband into or upon the grounds of a state correctional facility.
The St. Martin Parish Sheriff’s Office says Simmons worked at the St. Martin Parish Correctional Center, where he was processed Friday. He was released Saturday after posting $20,000 bond.
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The investigation is ongoing.
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Information from: WAFB-TV, http://wafb.com
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