Two staff hospitalized after Wednesday attack at ISP

FORT MADISON - The Iowa Department of Corrections confirms that an assault involving two staff members occurred at the Iowa State Penitentiary at 9:37 a.m. on Wednesday, Jan. 21, 2026.
The staff members involved are in stable condition and are receiving treatment at a local hospital.

According to a statement from an Iowa Department of Corrections spokesperson, "the safety of our team remains our top priority. The Department is working closely with the Division of Criminal Investigation (DCI) to investigate these assaults, and the inmates involved will be held accountable for their actions."
Due to the investigation, the Department will not release further details at this time.