SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (Dakota News Now) - The South Dakota Department of Corrections has hired a new warden for the State Penitentiary.

Secretary of Corrections Kellie Wasko announced that Joseph Roemmich will now oversee the facility in Sioux Falls.

Roemmich comes from New Mexico and was most recently warden at the Cibola County Correctional Center.

“Joseph has extensive experience working in the corrections field in a variety of correctional and detention settings,” said Secretary of Corrections Kellie Wasko. “His work in all areas of security operations as a warden, assistant warden, chief of security, investigator, and officer will be valuable as he helps our corrections staff develop and incorporate modern correctional practices.”

“I look forward to working with Penitentiary staff to

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