An inmate at the Cross City Correctional Institution (CCCI) stabbed a corrections officer on Tuesday morning.

According to a Florida Department of Corrections (FDOC) release, a group of inmates attacked multiple corrections officers with one inmate, Kevin Rolle, 43, using an improvised weapon to stab one of the officers. Additional CCCI staff subdued the inmates involved and the injured officer was transported to a local hospital where he is now in stable condition.

“While this is a tragic incident, the outcome could have been much worse. We stand with our officers as they continue to recover from this senseless act of violence,” said FDOC Secretary Ricky Dixon in the release. “I would like to thank the Office of Inspector General for their swift investigation and for making this prompt arrest. Any violence towards our staff will not be tolerated, and offenders will be held accountable to the fullest extent of the law.” 

Rolle, who is currently serving multiple sentences for robbery with a gun or deadly weapon, was arrested for aggravated battery on a law enforcement officer, possession of contraband (weapon) and resisting an officer with violence.