A Dozen Employees At Clinton Correctional Facility Placed On Leave

The state Department of Corrections and Community Supervision says it has placed three members of the Clinton Correctional Facility's Executive Team and nine security staff employees on administrative leave.

The moves are part of the ongoing review and investigation into the escape of Richard Matt and David Sweat from the prison on June 6th.

Assistant Commissioner for Correctional Facilities James O'Gorman will oversee the Clinton Correctional Facility as the new leadership team transitions this week.

Corrections officials say staffing for the security positions will be addressed through procedures outlined in the union contract.