The Niagara County Sheriff's Office Criminal Investigation Bureau is investigating an incident that occurred on September 19th, 2024 at the Niagara County Jail.
A 31-year old incarcerated male being transported to the Attica Correctional Facility did lunge at a Niagara County Correctional Officer and attempt to grab the Officer's service weapon.
The incarcerated individual was secured without further incident. Criminal charges are pending and the incarcerated individual will have a future court date in the Town of Lockport Court.
Inmate Lunges for Niagara County Sheriff Officer's Gun, Intent was to Escape Custody