Larry Nassar, the former USA Gymnastics doctor serving multiple prison sentences for sexually assaulting young gymnasts, was recently involved in an altercation with another inmate at the United States Penitentiary, Coleman in Sumterville, Florida.
The Incident
On July 9, 2023, Nassar was stabbed multiple times, sustaining six wounds to the chest and two each to the neck and back. This led to a collapsed lung, but the former sports medicine doctor was reported to be in a stable condition the following day.
Larry Nassar: A Background
Lawrence Gerard Nassar was an osteopathic doctor infamous for using his position to exploit and sexually abuse young female gymnasts under his care for 18 years during which time he served as team physician of the United States women’s national gymnastics team.
In 2017, he plead guilty to child pornography and tampering with evidence, earning a 60-year federal prison term. Subsequent convictions of sexual assault resulted in sentences between 40-175 years for federal prison time and between 120-125 for Michigan state prison, respectively. These sentences are set to run consecutively, ensuring Nassar will spend the rest of his life in prison.
Life in Prison
Currently, Larry Nassar is serving his sentences at the Federal Correctional Complex Coleman in Sumterville, Florida. His time in prison has not been without incident, with the recent stabbing being the most notable. The event underlines the security issues and challenges present in the prison system. Staffing shortages at the prison have led to employees working overtime, which may compromise safety and security.
Despite the recent violent altercation, Nassar remains in stable condition and continues his sentences.
Nassar’s Finances: What We Know
Larry Nassar earned an annual salary of $100,000 at Michigan State University’s Department of Family and Community Medicine when he held lucrative sports medicine positions prior to being arrested and imprisoned, where his professorship earned him lucrative annual contracts with lucrative salaries.
His net worth remains unclear and any remaining funds may have been utilized for legal fees, victim restitution payments, or related expenses. While in prison, it is improbable that Nassar can generate income or accumulate significant wealth.
Family Life Post-Scandal
In the aftermath of Nassar’s scandal, his ex-wife Stephanie Nassar has continued to live in Lansing, Michigan. After their 2017 divorce, Stephanie, an assistant pediatric physician’s, was granted sole custody of their three children.
Stephanie has generally avoided public view, preferring instead to focus on her career and family life. Although Stephanie previously knew Nassar personally, she chose not to attend his sentencing or court proceedings due to his horrific crimes; further demonstrating her decision not to associate herself or her children with any further activities connected with his crimes..
As Nassar continues his life-long prison sentences, his victims and their families continue to grapple with the aftermath of his crimes. Meanwhile, the safety issues within the prison system that led to his assault remain a significant concern, highlighting the broader challenges in managing high-risk inmates.
