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02/13/2025

President Summers addresses NYSCOPBA's concerns on staffing, violence and the safety of staff in a sit down interview with WNYT's Kumi Tucker

An uprising at a New York prison has given rise to concerns about safety at facilities around the state. We're told inmates took over parts of the prison in Erie County.

02/12/2025

Thoughts and prayers to all staff involved in another example of the epidemic of violence in NYS prisons

New York prison locked down as inmates overtake dorms. Officers have been pulled from those areas and emergency response teams dispatched to the facility.

01/09/2025

Thanking everyone who serves honorably and with professionalism in all fields of law enforcement across this country. Your service is greatly appreciated.

12/31/2024

Wishing everyone a safe and happy New Year's Eve and a prosperous 2025. Stay Safe.

12/27/2024

Another example of the dangers of correctional facilities throughout the country. Condolences to the Ohio Department of Corrections, the officer, his family and colleagues. The officer made the ultimate sacrifice to keep his community safe. Rest in Peace.

The Ohio State Patrol identified Officer Andrew Lansing’s alleged killer as Rashawn Cannon.

12/18/2024

ALBANY | The New York State Correctional Officers and Police Benevolent Association (NYSCOPBA) is deeply disappointed in Governor Hochul's decision to veto the union's "death gamble" legislation yet again.

12/02/2024

Condolences to Officer Spring's family, friends, and colleagues at Coxsackie Correctional Facility.

11/20/2024

FISHKILL – Hundreds of New York State Correction Officers and prison employees are on high alert and concerned for their safety after their personal information was provided to at least two inmates at the medium-security Fishkill Correctional Facility. The multi-page list is said to include the em...

11/19/2024

The female officer hit the nail right on the head "Inmates know they can attack us with no punishment"

A longtime Rikers Island correction officer who was bashed in the face by a violent female inmate said she is tired of criminals getting off scot-free for their violent acts in the beleaguered city…

11/15/2024

Injuries are injuries, whether they are minor or more serious. There needs to be accountability.

Prison assaults have increased over the last five years, according to DOCCS data.

11/11/2024

On this Veterans Day, the NYSCOPBA Executive Board extends our deepest gratitude to all who have served in the United States Armed Forces. Today, we honor the courage, sacrifice, and commitment of our veterans, including those within our own ranks, who have protected our freedoms and values with unwavering dedication.

Your service inspires us all and reinforces our commitment to support one another as we continue to work toward safer and fairer workplaces. Let us take a moment to remember and recognize the strength and sacrifice of those who have served and those who continue to serve.

Thank you and God Bless,

NYSCOPBA Executive Board

11/04/2024

Assaults on Staff and Inmate on Inmate Assaults set single year record with two months to go in 2024.

Single Year Record of Assaults on Staff in New York State Prisons Broken Again by Stephanie Flanagan | Nov 1, 2024 | Member Home, News from the Field, President, Press Release Home, Public Relations Latest State Data Reveals Assaults on Staff Exceeded 2023 by October Inmate on Inmate Assaults on Pac...

10/10/2024

Latest prosecutions of inmates and visitors by the Greene County District Attorney's Office. The DA consistently holds inmates accountable for their actions while incarcerated at Greene and Coxsackie CF.

10/08/2024

Another progressive push to jeopardize the safety of the hard working men and women of NYSCOPBA.

Officials with NYCLU say settlement will result in New York releasing records on thousands of prison disciplinary cases

10/04/2024

Condolences to his family, fellow colleagues and union leaders. Dedicated for over 30 years to DOCCS and his fellow union brothers and sisters who he represented.

09/24/2024

On pace for 2000 assaults on staff and close to 3000 inmate on inmate assaults in 2024.

The New York State Correctional Officers and Police Benevolent Association Inc. says inmate on inmate violence is increasing.

09/13/2024

Today marks the 53rd anniversary of the end of the Attica Uprising in which 10 Correction Officers and Civilian Employees lost their lives during the five day inmate riot. Prayers and thoughts to those who were killed and their families.

09/11/2024

Remembering the 2,996 people who lost their lives 23 years ago and the brave first responders who paid the ultimate sacrifice to save thousands of other civilians. Never forgotten.