NORTON, Va. — Six inmates affiliated with gangs have been indicted in connection with a violent assault on three correctional officers at Wallen Ridge State Prison. The announcement was made by Virginia Attorney General Jason Miyares along with Brett Hall, the Commonwealth’s Attorney for Wise County and Norton.
The incident occurred on May 2, resulting in two officers being stabbed multiple times and a third officer facing physical assault. The group now faces 66 felony charges collectively, reflecting the severity of the attack and the ramifications for the individuals involved.
The indictments detail specific charges against the inmates. Melvin Edgardo Molina-Ramos, 28, is charged with two counts of attempted aggravated murder, as well as counts for malicious wounding by a mob, gang participation, and possession of an illegal weapon. Additional charges include conspiracy to commit aggravated malicious wounding and bodily injury inflicted by a prisoner.
Jeremiah Larenz Mouzon, 26, faces similar serious charges, including three counts of attempted aggravated murder and malicious wounding by a mob, alongside charges for gang participation and aggravated malicious wounding. Moises Alejandro Alfaro Olivia, 41, is also among the indicted, with charges of gang participation and malicious wounding by a mob.
Other inmates facing charges include Armando Dagobert Reyes Reyes, 33; Christian Rene Reyes-Coreas, 30; and Kevin Josue Soto-Bonilla, 28. Each of these individuals faces various counts related to their involvement in the attack, emphasizing a systematic and coordinated effort to harm the officers.
In a statement, Commonwealth’s Attorney Brett Hall praised the courage of the officers, acknowledging the challenges they face daily. “Our corrections officers have an incredibly difficult job. I commend those who intervened to save the lives of their fellow officers,” Hall remarked. He expressed gratitude for the ongoing recovery of the injured officers and emphasized the importance of justice in this case.
Attorney General Miyares noted the risks faced by law enforcement and corrections officers. “These indictments serve as an important reminder that the roles of our law enforcement personnel involve daily dangers,” he expressed, pledging continued support for the prosecution of this case and care for the affected officers.
As the legal proceedings unfold, the indictments mark a significant step toward accountability for the violent actions that jeopardized the safety of correctional staff and highlighted the ongoing issues related to inmate violence within correctional facilities.
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