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Judge dismisses indictments against 14 staff members of Edna Mahan prison

A judge dismissed the indictment, citing prosecutorial mismanagement by the state.

Matt Trapani

Oct 3, 2025, 5:33 PM

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Fourteen corrections officers and prison staffers will no longer face charges in connection with a 2021 controversy at the Edna Mahan Correctional Facility for Women.

The charges were related to cell extractions that left two inmates seriously injured.

A judge dismissed the indictment, citing prosecutorial mismanagement by the state.

RELATED: Gov. Murphy closes part of state's only women's prison amid reports of misconduct

RELATED: Grand jury indicts 14 relating to inmate assaults at Edna Mahan women’s prison

Eleven out of the 14 staff members were indicted for aggravated assault charges.

Gov. Phil Murphy closed a portion of the facility in November 2023 following reports of sexual abuse and misconduct.

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