Waupun, Wisconsin – The Waupun Correctional Institution has faced a significant upheaval with the arrest of nine individuals, including the warden, after a thorough investigation. The Dodge County Sheriff’s Office held a press conference to shed light on the probe into four deaths within the facility, resulting in the apprehension of the accused parties.
Among those arrested were key figures within the correctional staff, including a registered nurse and various correctional officers, all allegedly linked to two of the deaths under scrutiny. Reports indicate that no charges have been filed at this time regarding the other two fatalities, with the investigations ongoing.
The individuals apprehended, such as Warden Randall Hepp, have received court appearances to address the charges brought against them. Details uncovered during the investigations revealed alarming circumstances surrounding the deaths, including instances of neglect and misconduct within the correctional facility.
The Dodge County Sheriff expressed grave concerns over the handling of the deceased inmates, highlighting instances where basic care and oversight were severely lacking. The gravity of the situation led to recommendations for the closure and replacement of both the Waupun and Green Bay Correctional Institutions, as well as calls for improved standards within the Wisconsin Department of Corrections.
In the wake of these unsettling developments, the Department of Corrections emphasized that all charged individuals were either no longer employed or on unpaid administrative leave. Legal representation for the accused parties will not be provided by the department or the state, marking a significant turn in the ongoing investigations and legal proceedings.