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Tecumseh State Correctional Institution inmate assaults several staff members

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TECUMSEH, Neb. (KMTV) — A Tecumseh State Correctional Institution inmate assaulted several staff members Monday according to a press release.

Authorities say one staff member was seriously injured and required treatment at a hospital.

According to the press release, the inmate was aggressive and cursed at the first staff member. Immediately, the inmate punched that person in the face.

A second staff member who arrived to help was also hit in the face by the inmate. A third staff person was also struck in the head which resulted in an injury that required medical attention.

After being restrained, the inmate spat on a fourth staff person while being escorted out of the area.

Authorities have launched an investigation into the incident. Findings will be given to the county attorney to determine criminal prosecution.

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