A former officer with the Oklahoma Department of Corrections (ODOC) has been sentenced to prison after admitting to sexually assaulting two inmates.
According to ODOC, they have witnessed similar incidents in the past, but they are actively taking steps to identify and remove corrupt officers in order to prevent such actions from recurring.
The Oklahoma Department of Corrections (ODOC) is committed to zero-tolerance standard towards all forms of sexual abuse and sexual harassment between employees and offenders. The Office of Inspector General oversees the agency’s efforts, including PREA investigations under the Prison Rape Elimination Act. Inmate safety and security are a top priority and all accusations are treated with the same respect and urgency. We have policies and procedures in place to investigate every accusation swiftly and thoroughly. Those policies are accessible for public review on the ODOC website.
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D’Shaunn Dixon, previously employed as a correctional officer at the Mabel Bassett Correctional Center in McLoud, finds himself in a difficult situation as he is now confronted with the possibility of serving time in prison.
In March 2024, Dixon was arrested and subsequently terminated from his position after ODOC received a video from another inmate. The video depicted what appeared to be Dixon engaging in sexual activity with another inmate.
Regarding the alleged incident at Mabel Bassett Correctional Center, the agency was already investigating the inmate’s accusations well before receiving the cellphone footage. Having the video certainly assisted our agents in expediting the officer’s arrest and termination.
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Another inmate came forward shortly after Dixon’s arrest last March, informing prosecutors that they too were a victim.
Dixon opted to plead guilty to two distinct rape charges instead of going to trial.
He received a 15-year sentence, with five years suspended, allowing for the possibility of early release after 10 years if he maintains good behavior during his time in prison.
Dixon will be required to register as a sex offender.
Leaders of the ODOC have declined to comment on these latest developments.