A female corrections officer at the Federal Correctional Institution in Fort Dix, New Jersey, has been charged with engaging in a sexual relationship with a male inmate, according to federal authorities. Jordan Pensak, who worked at the facility, was issued a criminal summons by the FBI on Monday related to an alleged sex act with the inmate on January 8, 2026.

According to the charges, Pensak began the relationship with the inmate in 2024, engaging in multiple sexual encounters within an office on prison grounds. The inmate reportedly enlisted other prisoners to act as lookouts during these encounters. Authorities have also indicated that the relationship led to a pregnancy scare, although further details on that situation have not been released.

Court documents reveal that Pensak and the inmate exchanged more than 100 sexually explicit messages, photographs, and videos during the course of their communications. Text messages suggest that Pensak may have referenced having a husband, although the status of her marital relationship has not been independently confirmed.

The Federal Bureau of Prisons has protocols prohibiting any form of sexual contact between staff and inmates, with violations carrying significant legal consequences. This case is under federal investigation, and Pensak could face charges related to sexual misconduct and abuse of authority.

No public comment has been made by Pensak or the prison administration at this time. The inmate involved has not been identified, and it is unclear whether disciplinary or criminal proceedings have been initiated against him. The case highlights ongoing challenges faced by correctional institutions in maintaining professional boundaries and security within their facilities.