BREAKING: California Inmate Has Now Beaten Death Two (2) Child Molesters With A Cane While In Prison Authorities Says He…Read More

In a shocking development within the California Department of Corrections, officials have confirmed that a state prison inmate has now fatally assaulted two convicted child molesters while behind bars—both times using a walking cane as his weapon of choice.

The inmate, identified as Marcus “Red” Holloway, 43, is currently serving a life sentence at California State Prison, Corcoran for a series of violent offenses dating back to 2008.

Holloway, reportedly known within the prison system for his aggressive stance against sex offenders, has gained national attention after the second deadly assault was confirmed early Monday morning.

“Premeditated and Violent,” Authorities Say

According to a statement from the California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation (CDCR), the most recent incident occurred on Sunday evening around 7:15 p.m. in the Level IV yard of the facility.

Corrections officers responded to a violent altercation in the common area where Holloway was seen attacking a fellow inmate using a modified cane with a reinforced steel core.

The victim, identified as 64-year-old Richard Boone, was serving a 25-year sentence for multiple counts of child molestation involving minors under the age of 10. Boone was pronounced dead at the scene due to severe blunt-force trauma to the head and neck.

This marks the second such fatal incident involving Holloway in less than 18 months. In early 2024, he reportedly beat another convicted child predator, 58-year-old Lloyd Kramer, to death inside the prison’s infirmary using the very same cane.

> “This individual clearly has a mission, and it’s rooted in violence,” said CDCR spokesperson Lt. Monica Vega. “While we cannot condone inmate-on-inmate violence, we are also facing questions about how this happened—again—under maximum-security supervision.”

Weaponized Cane Raises Security Questions

The cane used in both incidents was reportedly issued to Holloway after a documented knee injury, but internal sources suggest he had been quietly reinforcing it over time—possibly turning it into a lethal weapon under the noses of prison staff.

An internal review has now been launched to determine how Holloway was able to carry out both killings without earlier intervention. Officials say video surveillance, staff protocols, and inmate proximity guidelines are all under investigation.

Mixed Public Reaction

Reaction to the news has been divided. Victims’ advocacy groups and prison reform organizations expressed concern about the failure of the prison to prevent violence, while some members of the public—and social media users—are hailing Holloway as a vigilante.

Hashtags like #InmateJustice and #RedHolloway began trending within hours of the announcement, with many users sharing their conflicted support for Holloway’s actions.

> “While we must never celebrate murder, it’s hard to feel sympathy for child abusers,” wrote one user on X (formerly Twitter).

Legal Consequences Loom

Despite already serving a life sentence, Holloway could now face additional murder charges in Kings County, which could potentially lead to a death penalty case. However, legal experts say prosecutors may also weigh the cost of trial versus Holloway’s current incarceration status.

Meanwhile, Boone’s next of kin have been notified, and CDCR has placed the prison on partial lockdown while investigators gather evidence and interview staff.

A System Under Scrutiny

This case brings renewed scrutiny to how the state prison system handles high-risk inmates and protects vulnerable populations—even those who are widely reviled.

> “It’s a failure of safety on every level,” said civil rights attorney Lisa Moreno. “When someone dies in state custody, the state is responsible, no matter the circumstances.”

As the investigation unfolds, Holloway remains in solitary confinement, reportedly showing no remorse and claiming he would “do it again if he had to.”