A Nigerian prison guard working in the United States has been arrested for fleeing the scene of a car accident he is accused of causing. The incident occurred in Texas, where the suspect, Ayodele Abiodun Afosi, is employed as a correctional officer.
Details of the Arrest
Afosi, a Texas Department of Criminal Justice correctional officer assigned to the Wynne Unit, a men's prison in Huntsville, Texas, was taken into custody on Monday, May 11, 2026. He faces a charge of failure to stop and provide information following a vehicle accident that resulted in more than $200 in damage.
According to reports, Afosi was hired by the TDCJ in February 2026. He currently remains in the Walker County Jail, with his bond set at $3,000.
Background and Context
The Wynne Unit is a correctional facility housing male inmates, and Afosi's role as a correctional officer involves maintaining security and order within the prison. The arrest has raised questions about the conduct of law enforcement personnel off duty.
Authorities have not released further details regarding the circumstances of the accident or why Afosi allegedly fled the scene. Investigations are ongoing as the legal process unfolds.
