NYSCOPBA has been monitoring the on-going investigation into the death of Robert Brooks at Marcy Correctional Facility that culminated with the indictment and arrests of nine members today.   

As we stated in December, the actions of those staff were incomprehensible and not reflective of the majority of our membership.   The indictments and arrests today of those officers who allegedly were involved in causing Mr. Brooks' death, should be afforded the same presumption of innocence that every citizen is afforded until proven guilty in a court of law. 

We will fulfill our obligation under the collective bargaining agreement for those members facing departmental charges and closely monitor the next steps in the criminal justice process for those indicted today.  

The New York State Correctional Officers and
Police Benevolent Association
Albany, NY