Attempted Homicide of Richard J. Donovan Correctional Center Officer Under Investigation
California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation (CDCR) officials
are investigating the alleged attempted homicide of a peace officer at Richard J. Donovan
Correctional Center (RJD).
On Feb. 9, 2025, at approximately 4:30 p.m., incarcerated person Nelson Barrera
allegedly used an improvised weapon to stab an officer, striking the...