Staff Member at Wisconsin Youth Prison Declared Brain-Dead

A counselor at Wisconsin's Lincoln Hills-Copper Lake Schools youth prison was declared brain-dead after being assaulted by a 16-year-old inmate, leading to organ donation. The incident, which involved another staff member being attacked, is under investigation by multiple authorities. The facility has faced allegations of staff-on-inmate abuse, prompting a court-appointed monitor. The tragic event highlights the challenges and sacrifices faced by corrections staff in ensuring public safety and rehabilitation in such environments.