WASCO, Calif. (KERO) — The correctional officer involved in a standoff at the Wasco State Prison in January will soon make a court appearance.
Former Correctional Officer Shawn Wilder is expected to be in court to set a date for his preliminary hearing on Tues, July 25. Wilder is charged with assault with a gun on a person, bringing alcohol and drugs into prison, and other related charges.
Allegedly, Wilder barricaded himself in a building on the north side of the prison and engaged in a standoff with authorities. He eventually got rid of his weapon and surrendered to officers.
