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Scandal in Britain: Prison Officer Caught Having Sex with Inmate – Dozens of Similar Cases

Published January 24, 2026, 06:08
Scandal in Britain: Prison Officer Caught Having Sex with Inmate – Dozens of Similar Cases

A scandal has erupted in Britain after the release of videos showing a prison officer having sexual intercourse with an inmate inside his cell. The case is part of a wider phenomenon, with more than 40 female prison officers having been arrested since 2021 for similar acts. Rebecca Pinkard, 46, was filmed by her bodycam having sex with Erion Naknci, 42, a convicted drug dealer, in two videos taken five minutes apart. Pinkard claimed she was in a vulnerable psychological state after a breakup and that her act was a “moment of madness.” Pinkard had previously been warned about inappropriate behavior towards inmates, including offering sweets and other items. She was sentenced to 2.5 years in prison for abuse of power. The Prison Officers Association of Britain condemns all forms of inappropriate behavior and corruption, emphasizing the need for stricter controls and penalties to restore trust in the prison system.