Former Rochester Federal Prison Nurse Faces Federal Indictment

A former nurse at the Federal Medical Center in Rochester, Minnesota, has been indicted by a Federal Grand Jury for allegedly engaging in an inappropriate romantic relationship with an inmate. The indictment, announced by the US Attorney's Office for Minnesota, details accusations against 37-year-old Jessica Lynn Larson, including claims of making false allegations of sexual assault against the inmate and threatening harm to her children if he did not comply with his demands.

Court documents indicate that Larson and the inmate exchanged sexually explicit letters over the course of their relationship. The inappropriate nature of their communication came to light when other nursing staff reported their concerns, leading to the discovery of letters during a search of the inmate’s cell. Authorities also found additional letters from the inmate in Larson's possession.

Among the charges, it is noted that Larson traveled over 600 miles from her home in Iowa to Cincinnati, Ohio, to mail a letter to the inmate, who had been relocated to a different facility. This incident reportedly occurred two months after she went on administrative leave from her position.

Larson’s indictment includes several serious allegations that reflect a breach of professional ethics and respect for the safety of both the inmate and her family. The case underscores the potential vulnerabilities and abuses that can occur within correctional facilities.

Jessica Lynn Larson is expected to appear in federal court next month as this case unfolds. The situation raises significant concerns about misconduct and the responsibilities of prison staff to maintain appropriate boundaries with inmates.