Minnesota Department of Corrections, Minnesota
End of Watch Wednesday, July 18, 2018
Add to My HeroesJoseph Brian Gomm
Corrections Officer Joseph Gomm was beaten to death by an inmate at Minnesota Correction Facility–Stillwater at approximately 1:30 p.m.
He was supervising inmates in the prison's industry building when he was attacked by one inmate with a hammer. Officer Gomm was transported to Regions Hospital, in St. Paul, where he succumbed to his injuries.
Officer Gomm had served with the Minnesota Department of Corrections for 16 years. He is survived by his mother, three brothers and two sisters.
In August 2019, six miles between I-95 between I-94 and Minnesota 36 was renamed Corrections Officer Joseph Gomm Memorial Highway.
Bio
- Age 45
- Tour 16 years
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Assault
- Weapon Blunt object; Hammer
- Offender In custody
Most Recent Reflection
View all 369 ReflectionsOfficer Gomm. We will always remember you. Please protect us and our families.
CO J. Han
DOC
February 2, 2021
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