(WFRV) - Authorities in southwestern Wisconsin say a woman was arrested for allegedly having sexual contact with an inmate while working at a detention center. According to the Vernon County Sheriff's Office, on March 27, around 3:30 p.m., a 32-year-old woman was arrested for allegedly having sex ual contact with an inmate. The inmate was reportedly at the Vernon County Detention Center. The alleged incident happened while the woman was employed by the contracted food service vendor. Authorities say correctional staff were made aware of the incident(s) late March 27. Business owner who brought 15+ kilograms of cocaine into Wisconsin community sentenced for trafficking The woman is expected to appear in court on March 28. The release also mentioned the woman is being held for the Wisconsin Department of Corrections stemming from a conviction in Richland County where she was also serving time on the electronic monitoring program. Vernon County Sheriff Roy Torgerson thanked his team for working efficiently during the ongoing investigation. Any event that would compromise the safety and security of anyone in our facility is taken with the utmost seriousness. I would like to thank my entire team for working efficiently during this ongoing investigation. This will include a review of all protocols in an effort to prevent any future incidents. Although not a mandated report, Sheriff Torgerson has notified the state jail inspector of the incident(s). Vernon County Sheriff Roy Torgerson Authorities say the victim is receiving services and is not one of the estimated 56 contracted state inmates. The woman was not a Vernon County employee, according to the release. Manitowoc County Sheriff’s arrest alleged meth dealer and supplier, various other drugs seized No additional information was provided. ...read more read less