BREAKING: A violent internal gang war erupted at Cessnock Correctional Complex, leaving two members of the Nomads outlaw motorcycle gang severely injured. Six inmates are now facing serious charges, including reckless wounding and assault, following the brutal attack that occurred on February 28, 2023, around 2 PM.
The shocking incident took place in the maximum-security Shortland Correctional Centre, where inmates allegedly used makeshift weapons, including knuckle dusters and a shiv, to carry out the assault. One inmate remains in the hospital, suffering from multiple stab wounds and internal injuries, while the other endured a broken nose and significant bruising.
Authorities report that the violence began when three inmates attacked one of their own, cornering him in his cell before stabbing him in the face. The assault escalated as they moved to the exercise yard, where another gang member was also targeted. One inmate was recorded on CCTV using knuckle dusters to strike his victim repeatedly.
Witnesses describe a harrowing scene as the two victims were savagely beaten and stabbed. One of the alleged attackers reportedly landed a final kick to the head just as correctional officers and the Immediate Action Team prepared to intervene. The brutality of the attack prompted immediate action from prison officials, resulting in the transfer of one inmate to Goulburn Supermax due to the severity of his actions.
Following the attack, seven inmates have been charged, including a convicted murderer and an individual facing drug importation charges. They are set to appear in Newcastle Local Court in the coming weeks as the Director of Public Prosecutions finalizes the case against them.
The situation is further complicated as the alleged victims have declined to assist police, forcing investigators to rely on CCTV footage, medical records, and the observations of correctional staff for evidence. Officials have also recovered jail-made weapons thrown over the prison fence and discovered a shiv hidden in a toilet bowl.
This violent episode underscores the ongoing tensions within the Nomads gang, raising serious concerns about safety and security within the correctional system. With the legal proceedings set to unfold, the community is left to grapple with the implications of such violence behind bars.
Stay tuned for updates as this developing story progresses.
