The Crossroads Correctional Center in Cameron is under lockdown after two inmates sustained injuries Monday afternoon when they were allegedly assaulted by other inmates.

David Owen, Communications Director with the Missouri Department of Corrections said the incident is currently under investigation.

“The safety and security of the public, staff and offenders is the highest priority of the department at its correctional centers,” Owen said. “Any incident of violence against staff or offenders is taken seriously and reviewed to make sure all the appropriate actions are taken.”

Owen said an institutional lockdown was initiated to ensure the safety of the staff and offender population. The lockdown was still in effect as of Tuesday afternoon. Owen said offender privileges are limited during a lockdown and offenders are restricted to their cells.