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flag A UK prison officer admitted to a sexual relationship with an inmate, risking jail time.

flag Rebecca Pinckard, a 46-year-old prison officer at HMP Highpoint in Suffolk, faces potential jail time after admitting to a secret romantic and sexual relationship with an inmate from April to July 2024. flag She pleaded guilty to wilfully neglecting her duties and misconduct in public office, including performing a sex act, violating prison regulations and ethical standards. flag The Eastern Region Special Operations Unit investigated the case, which came to light in July 2024, and she was scheduled to be sentenced in January 2025. flag The incident has raised concerns about staff conduct and integrity within the prison system.

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