Three Inmates Face Federal Charges for Assaulting Officer in Doña Ana County Jail

Three inmates at the Doña Ana County Detention Center have been charged with federal offenses after allegedly attacking a correction officer on May 11. The officer was monitoring inmates when he encountered Juan Gabriel Torres, Sergio Seanez, and Titus Josiah McGaw Bulger, who were unauthorized on the second floor. The attack, which lasted approximately 22 seconds, involved the inmates beating the officer unconscious and using his taser on him. Fortunately, the officer survived and was hospitalized. If convicted, the inmates could face up to 20 years in prison.

Key Details: • Incident occurred on May 11 at Doña Ana County Detention Center. • Attack lasted about 22 seconds before guards intervened. • Inmates charged with assault involving a dangerous weapon. • Possible sentence of up to 20 years if convicted.