ALLENWOOD, Pa. — According to the U.S. Department of Justice, two correctional officers at USP Allenwood were attacked Monday morning by an inmate.
Both staff members were taken to Geisinger Medical Center near Danville for treatment.
One of the guards is Dale Franquet. He's also the wrestling coach at Midd-West High School in Middleburg.
According to the hospital, Franquet is in critical condition. Franquet has received much support on social media. Midd-West School District superintendent Richard Musselman issued this statement to WNEP.
"We are anxious for his return, and in true Dale Franquet form, I know he will display strength and leadership to overcome any obstacle. Dale is a good man. All of us at Midd-West School District are praying for a speedy recovery."
The other correctional officer who was attacked was not identified and has since been released from the hospital.
