An employee at the Nebraska State Penitentiary in Lincoln has been arrested by the Nebraska State Patrol on several charges related to the suspected K2 synthetic marijuana incidents that occurred earlier this week.
33 year-old Jami Cutshall, a unit caseworker, was charged Friday with unauthorized communications with a committed offender, unlawful acts by a corrections employee and sex abuse of an inmate or parolee.
“The introduction of any contraband into prisons puts my staff and the incarcerated population in danger. Drugs are especially dangerous due to the possible medical reactions and potential for violence,” says Director Scott R. Frakes.
“The investigation began following several incidents of suspected K2 use. I am proud of the investigative work completed by our intelligence team, criminal investigators and facility staff. I appreciate the assistance of the Nebraska State Patrol in the arrest.”
Cutshall has been a unit caseworker at the Nebraska State Penitentiary since her employment began on July 27, 2015. She has been suspended without pay, pending personnel action.