Benedict Stanton

"The deep end is what I like best."

- Stanton, in response to Warden White.

Stanton is a correctional officer at San Hill and leads the prison's K-9 unit.

Appearance
Stanton is a tall and well-built individual, and is the tallest and oldest of the prison guards. He has a quite professional, almost militaristic appearance, with his silver hair side shaven and brushed back. He also has a moustache.

Personality
Stanton is kind and tolerant, unusual traits for a correctional officer, but capable of handling any altercations. He rarely interacts with inmates or other staff unless absolutely necessary, preferring to work alone with his dog, Hunter. He is very good at what he does though, and follows through on orders without question.

Biography
Prior to arriving at San Hill, Stanton travelled America taking up any security job he could find, alongside another job that resulted in his constant travelling. He eventually wound up in Chicago, where he took a position at a hospital, which then led him to San Hill.

Season Two
Stanton arrived at San Hill following the stabbing of Sanders, after overhearing the paramedic mention how irresponsible the staff at the prison were. He was quickly assigned by Warden White to secure the greenhouse and close it off to the general population, but upon doing so found the hidden pruno stash. He was then told to inform Blaze that her cell confinement was over, being Stanton's first interaction with inmates.

Stanton appeared again some time later for the lockdown cell sweep, having been away for some time handling his side job. He appeared quick, efficient, and careful with his searches, always making sure the inmate's items were returned to their places, and he even left the bunks made with militaristic precision. Hunter accompanied and assisted in these searches, although no contraband or shivs were found. Stanton continued to display his positive and polite attitude towards the inmates, even going so far as complimenting Sanders' moustache.

He was last seen informing Adam Lee of his early release, where he casually mentioned he would be parting ways with San Hill as well due to the rising need of truck drivers in the coming months.

Trivia

 * He is a tea drinker.
 * Hunter is a German shepherd.
 * Stanton has no home and instead resides in his big rig along with Hunter.