Eugene, Oregon – A Lane County deputy was injured after an inmate allegedly assaulted him inside the jail Thursday.
According to the Lane County Sheriff’s Office, the incident occurred April 30 during dayroom time in a housing area when cell doors were open. Authorities said Reid Michael Squires, 23, of Eugene, allegedly punched the deputy in the face without warning.
Officials said Squires continued striking the deputy until another adult in custody intervened, stopping the assault before additional deputies arrived. The deputy sustained significant injuries and was transported to a local hospital for treatment. He has since been discharged and is recovering, according to the sheriff’s office. The deputy has more than 25 years of law enforcement experience.
Squires was charged following the incident with Assault on a Public Safety Officer and Assault in the fourth degree, authorities said.
According to the Lane County Sheriff’s Office, Squires was already in custody awaiting trial in a separate Eugene Police Department case. Those charges include first-degree rape, three counts of first-degree sex abuse, three counts of first-degree sodomy, and three counts of using a child in a display of sexually explicit conduct.
The investigation remains ongoing. Authorities have not released additional details about jail operations or potential policy changes following the incident.
The case may be particularly relevant for students and young workers entering criminal justice or public safety fields, highlighting risks within correctional settings.
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