Connecticut State Police are conducting an investigation after a clinical social worker reported being sexually assaulted by an incarcerated individual at the Corrigan Correctional Institution on June 5.

Investigators say the incident occurred inside the victim’s office around 1 p.m.

According to officials, the man stood up from his seat approached the seated social worker and forcibly placed his hand on her shoulder in an attempted to sexually assault her.

The social worker was able to successfully fend off her attacker and called out to the correctional staff to apprehend the individual.

“My thoughts, prayers and unwavering support are with the courageous member of our correctional family during this unsettling and extremely difficult time,” said Interim Commissioner Sharonda Carlos. “The personal safety of our staff while performing their duties remains my highest priority. I encourage any staff member who is having difficulty processing this incident to reach out to our Employee Assistance Unit for confidential crisis counseling and peer support.”