Prison officer given suspended term for inmate affair
Summary
Megan Breen, a 23-year-old prison officer, received a 10-month suspended sentence for having a romantic relationship with an inmate. The relationship occurred between February and May 2022 at HMP Prescoed in Monmouthshire. The court took into account her pregnancy and caregiving responsibilities when deciding her sentence.Key Facts
- Megan Breen was a prison officer who began a romantic relationship with an inmate.
- The relationship happened at HMP Prescoed between February and May 2022.
- She met the inmate outside of prison during a birthday trip and they exchanged messages expressing love.
- Breen received a 10-month suspended sentence and must complete 15 days of rehabilitation.
- She was also ordered to pay £500 in costs.
- Her sentence was suspended due to her pregnancy and responsibilities as a caregiver.
- A second charge of unauthorized computer access was not pursued further by the court.
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