Allegations of Sexual Misconduct Surface at Federal Prison Camp Bryan
Multiple women incarcerated at the Federal Prison Camp Bryan have made allegations of sexual misconduct against prison staff. These reports detail various forms of abuse and harassment, leading to legal action, investigations, and claims of retaliation.
Allegations Against Former Employee Ross
Post-Release Contact and Legal Action
Marie, who was released in late 2023, stated that former prison employee Ross repeatedly contacted her after her release. She indicated that this contact contributed to a relapse in drug use. Following re-incarceration for a probation violation, Marie reported abuse allegations against Ross to a federal investigator.
Marie subsequently filed a federal lawsuit against Ross in late 2024, alleging sexual assault and exploitation of authority. The lawsuit was dismissed due to unsubmitted paperwork for a filing fee waiver.
Assault and Fear of Retaliation
D'lena, an incarcerated woman, alleged that Ross groped and sexually assaulted her in 2023, threatening her release if she did not comply. She indicated she did not report the incident due to fear of retaliation, citing a previous instance where an incarcerated woman was transferred after reporting abuse.
Ross's Response
Ross acknowledged being assigned an escort due to sexual misconduct allegations but stated he was cleared and returned to his department. He left his job in March 2025 for reasons he described as unrelated to the allegations.
Allegations Involving Supervisor and Another Staff Member
Incarcerated Woman Details Relationships with Staff
R., another incarcerated woman, reported engaging in sexual relationships with two prison employees between 2022 and 2023: Jeff Smith, her supervisor, and a second unnamed staff member. She initially sought encounters with Smith but later felt unable to end the relationship due to his position of authority.
R. also alleged that the second employee touched her breasts, grabbed her crotch, and had her place her hand on his penis in a tool room. She stated she performed oral sex on this employee.
Official Responses and Disputed Transfer
Smith denied the allegations, stating he was cleared by investigations from his employing agency and the Department of Justice Office of the Inspector General.
After reporting these allegations to prison officials, R. was transferred to a federal detention center in Houston. She viewed this transfer as retaliation for her disclosures. However, Bureau of Prisons documents state she was moved due to contraband vapes and her confession of involvement, which she denies. Both Smith and the second employee reportedly remain employed at the prison.
Correctional Officer Reports Systemic Issues
Correctional officer Ashley Anderson reported R.'s allegations to prison officials in early 2023, including a captain and the warden. When no action was taken, Anderson escalated her concerns to the federal prison system's Office of the Inspector General.
Anderson continued to submit memos through 2024 and 2025, alleging that at least five staff members had sexually abused incarcerated women and remained employed.