MARCY, N.Y. (WBNG) — The family of Robert Brooks, an inmate beaten to death by officers at Marcy Correctional Facility, has reached a $24 million settlement with New York State.
Brooks faced repeated assaults from officers in a medical examination room on Dec. 9, 2024. He died at the hospital the next day. His death was ruled a homicide in an autopsy soon after. Brooks was facing a 12-year sentence for a stabbing and had been transferred to Marcy that day.
The estate was represented by Faraci Lange, LLP. This settlement resolves all claims against New York State and the Department of Corrections and Community Supervision employees in connection with Brooks’ death.
Ten officers faced charges in Brooks’ death. David Kingsley was convicted of murder; five others pleaded guilty to manslaughter. Two pleaded guilty to lesser charges, and two were acquitted.
“None of us could stick up for him on Dec. 9, 2024,” Robert Brooks Jr., Brooks’ son, said. “This lawsuit was the only thing we could do to fight for my dad personally. It means a lot to my family that it ended with such resounding success. It’s another piece of my father’s legacy.”
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