Federal Inmate Indicted For Assault With Intent To Commit Murder

Ocala, Florida – United States Attorney Roger B. Handberg announces that Shane McMillan (50, Texas) has been indicted for one count of assault with the intent to murder and one count of possession of contraband by a federal inmate. If convicted, McMillan faces up to 25 years in federal prison.

According to the indictment, McMillan is an inmate in the Coleman Federal Correctional Complex in Sumter County. On July 9, 2023, he assaulted another inmate with the intent to commit murder. McMillan was also in possession of a sharp metal object, which is a prohibited item in prison.

An indictment is merely an allegation that a defendant has committed a federal criminal offense. Every defendant is presumed innocent unless, and until, proven guilty.

This case is being investigated by the Federal Bureau of Investigation. It is being prosecuted by Assistant United States Attorney Hannah Nowalk.