Officials said that an inmate of an Atlanta jail lit fire to his cell. The fire was quickly extinguished and no injuries were reported.
Staff at the Fulton County Jail extinguished the fire.
Atlanta Fire Department responded as well. The prisoner’s motive for starting the fire is unclear.
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The Fulton County Sheriff’s Office informed WSB-TV on Sunday that although 15 prisoners had been relocated, none required medical treatment as a result.
Fulton County Jail in Atlanta, Georgia on August 23, 2023. The Fulton County Jail in Atlanta, Georgia, on August 23, 2023.
In a press release, Fulton County Sheriff Pat Labat stated that he was proud of his staff for their dedication to maintaining order in difficult circumstances. The safety and security for the detainees under our care is of paramount importance.
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The inmate who is accused of starting the fire has been charged for arson, damage to prison property and arson.