Kansas Department of Corrections, Kansas
End of Watch Sunday, May 23, 1993
Add to My HeroesMark L. Avery
Corrections Officer Mark Avery was beaten to death after he and another officer were attacked in the Lansing Correctional Facility's recreation hall.
The two officers were beaten with barbell plates and a stocking cap filled with pool balls.
Officer Avery was taken to the University of Kansas Medical Center where he succumbed to his injuries.
Bio
- Age 35
- Tour Not available
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Assault
- Weapon Person
- Offender Sentenced to 40 years
Most Recent Reflection
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Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
February 9, 2019
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