Fulton County Jail Investigated By Justice Department After Death of Inmate; Complaints Accused Deputies Of Using Excessive Force!

The Fulton County Jail in Atlanta, Georgia, is under investigation by the Justice Department after the recent death of a pretrial detainee who had filed a complaint accusing deputies of using excessive force. The Fulton County Jail, known for its notoriety, gained attention as the site where former President Donald Trump and 18 co-defendants were booked and released in a Georgia election interference case, Huffpost reported.

Fulton County Jail Investigated By Justice Department After Death of Inmate; Complaints Accused Deputies Of Using Excessive Force! (PHOTO: HuffPost)

Inmates Death At Fulton County Jail

The inmate’s death occurred four days after he filed a complaint detailing instances of abuse, harm, and poor conditions within the Fulton County Jail. The Justice Department is now examining the circumstances surrounding his death, making it the seventh such incident this year alone. There have been over 60 deaths at the Fulton County Jail since 2009, according to The Atlanta Journal-Constitution.

The inmate’s complaint, filed on August 22, outlined several violations of constitutional amendments, including the 4th, 8th, and 14th amendments. In his statement, he described instances of excessive force, such as being kicked in the head and his hands stomped on while in handcuffs. He also mentioned incidents of wrongful pepper spraying and failure by a deputy to protect him from physical abuse by another inmate, which led to bruised ribs.

The inmate further detailed the dismal conditions he experienced while in custody. He cited being held in an isolated cell with no access to water, limited food, and a malfunctioning toilet. Despite his suffering from injuries resulting from the alleged abuse, he expressed a desire for justice, peace, and sanity.

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Fulton County Jail’s Inmates

The individual had been in Fulton County Jail since December on charges of second-degree arson and initially had no bond. His attorney was working to reduce his bond of $30,000, and his hearing was scheduled for the following month. Importantly, the individual had not been convicted of the charge at the time of his death.

The death of a pretrial detainee at the Fulton County Jail has prompted an investigation by the Justice Department due to allegations of excessive force and poor conditions. This incident sheds light on ongoing concerns regarding inmate welfare and treatment within the Fulton County Jail’s confines. As investigations proceed, the circumstances surrounding this case will be scrutinized to ensure accountability and adherence to constitutional rights.

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