Alabama corrections officer arrested in sting operation

(AP) — A former Alabama corrections officer is facing a felony ethics charge after officials say he accepted money from undercover officers in exchange for promoting illegal contraband inside a state prison.

According to his arrest affidavit, a Kilby Correctional Facility inmate told Blackmon to pick up $1,000 from his "guy" outside the prison.

Under the state's code of Ethics for public officials and employees, use of office or position for personal gain is classified as a Class B felony.