Prison Guards Charged in Robert Brooks' Fatal Beating

Nine individuals, including one sergeant and eight corrections officers, have been indicted for the death of Robert Brooks at Marcy Correctional Facility, where he died from choking on his own blood after enduring multiple beatings. The courtroom erupted in anger as the charges were read, with attendees shouting accusations of murder and expressing their dissatisfaction with the release of some officers on bail. Among those charged, Nicholas Anzalone, David Kingsley, and others face second-degree murder charges, while additional officers face manslaughter and evidence tampering charges. All charged individuals pleaded not guilty and are scheduled to return to court on March 31. Prosecutors indicated that further charges may be filed against at least six more individuals connected to the case, with some already entering plea agreements. The case has sparked significant public outrage over perceived injustices in the legal process surrounding the indictments.