Prison Guard Accused of Having Oral Sex with Inmates
by Katie Wiedemann, Reporter
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Katie Wiedemann
Story Created:
Apr 7, 2008 at 8:49 PM CDT
Story Updated:
Apr 7, 2008 at 8:49 PM CDT
Praire du Chien, WI - A Praire du Chien, Wisconsin prison guard spent time in court today after being accused of sexual assaulting inmates. The Praire du Chien correctional center is right across the Mississippi River from Marquette.
58-year-old James Trentin is on administrative leave. Several inmates say Officer Trentin brought them treats like candy, chewing tobacco, soap and toothpaste in exchange for sexual acts.
A criminal complaint claims over the past year and a half Officer Trentin took male inmates into a private telephone room to perform the acts.
The complaint says Trentin would take an inmate into the room alone, pull the inmates’ pants down and give the inmate oral sex. According to the complaint, in exchange for the acts, Trentin would bring them the items from outside of the prison.
Dozens of Prarie du Chien prison guards were at the hearing to show support for Jim Trentin.
His co-workers and fellow union members did not want to comment on camera but say the union is supporting Jim and his family at this time.
Prosecutors say evidence shows this is not a case of inmates making up a story because they don't like Officer Trentin.
Verona County District Attorney Timothy Gaskell said, “There is some video tape that shows the officer in certain area that corroborate with what the victims are saying.”
Trentin is set to appear in court again on April 25th at the Crawford County Courthouse.
According to Wisconsin law, second degree assault is a class "C" felony and is punishable to up to 40 years in prison.
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Thursday, Aug 7 at 9:31 AM marty wrote ...
I`m a former inmate of the very unit this happened on and I can tell you that the allegations are B.S. this guard bent over backwards for these little snitches.he was a good guy that got taken advantage of.everybody is a "victim" in prison and I'm so sick of hearing about how everybody is out to get them.Wake up "offenders" and take resonsibilty for you lives like I did.enough said."Go Trent".
Saturday, Jul 12 at 10:52 PM bobbyboy wrote ...
Man that's hot. There's some mighty fine looking guys in the slammer. I'd love to suck some of them off myself.
Thursday, Jun 26 at 2:02 PM Anonymous wrote ...
Umm doesn't this just sound a bit bizarre. Why would he suck them, and then give them treats????? What kind of sense does that make??? NONE!!!
Friday, Jun 13 at 3:23 PM Misti wrote ...
"Thats just nasty, This guy needs help" "This is disgusting at the very least just shows that theres evenbad guys everywhere! hope they throw the book at him!!!!!!!!" C'mon as i am rolling my eyes. None of us know, what has happened for sure, this is why there are trials, etc. of course these acts are uncalled for, but how dare you cast judgement on someone you do not know, as well as the prisoners you do not know. there are two sides to every fence. just wait for the outcome. and then banter
Tuesday, May 27 at 3:17 AM Anonymous wrote ...
...Yeah, 10 inmates report the same thing happening to them and maybe they just wanted him to get in trouble...right after retirment...they've been planning it all along. >_>
Friday, May 2 at 4:18 PM ry wrote ...
I could understand why you people are acting as if this guy is just some sick guy, who does not deserve a chance. But stop and think about who is telling the story. "priosoners". This man should get the respect he deserves untill he is givin a fair trial. He is innocent untill proven guilty. He has been working at the same place for 8 years without a single mark on his record. Just look at the facts... o yea and read the agreement before you post these sound like attacks to me!
Wednesday, Apr 16 at 11:03 PM Roy Jones wrote ...
Sic
Saturday, Apr 12 at 3:22 PM responsetoidiots wrote ...
You people really have no clue. Have you ever worked in a prison setting. Gee I bet not. If you really had any understanding you would know that many of these precious "sons" would con anyone for any reason. It must be nice to be judge and jury when the guy hasn't even been convicted. And oh by the way I am a prison guard for the State of WI so I can talk. Inmates lie, cheat, steal and murder.
Friday, Apr 11 at 2:26 PM Anonymous wrote ...
I'm sure there enough evidence out there. Yeah some support is nice but come on and wake up this guy is very sick. I give the big guys the credit reporting it. GOOD JOB!!!!!!! Thank you for all your """"Hard""" work.
Friday, Apr 11 at 12:52 AM dismus wrote ...
we should all pray for the safety of inmates and put ourselves in the shoes of those who have incarcerated loved ones. this could be your son, God bless and remember "Every Saint has a past and every sinner has a future".
Thursday, Apr 10 at 8:29 AM lori wrote ...
I realize everyone is innocent until proven guilty, but sure sounds like the authorities have enough evidence or they wouldn't have brought up charges.This is disgusting at the very least just shows that theres evenbad guys everywhere! hope they throw the book at him!!!!!!!!
Tuesday, Apr 8 at 4:33 PM Anonymous wrote ...
That's just nasty,This guy needs help.
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