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Louisiana prison major allegedly had sex — and children — with an inmate, sheriff says
- A former Elayn Hunt Correctional Center major was arrested on malfeasance in office and sexual contact charges tied to an inmate.
- Francis Smith, 38, surrendered to the Iberville Parish Sheriff’s Office with her attorney present.
- Smith resigned from the prison on Sept. 12, preceding her arrest.
- The charges include malfeasance in office and sexual contact with a person in the institution.
- The Iberville Parish Sheriff’s Office confirmed the investigation and charges in statements cited by The Advocate.
- The case highlights ongoing concerns about oversight and safety within the correctional system.
- The article is based on statements from law enforcement and court charging information provided by the sheriff’s office.
- The incident occurred as authorities investigated alleged misconduct during Smith's tenure at Elayn Hunt.
- The Elayn Hunt Correctional Center is the institution connected to the case and the reported actions.
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