“From the Desk of SHERIFF LEVON ALLEN. Statement Regarding Jail Security Operation.” from Clayton County Sheriff's Office, GA : Nixle

Published
June 10, 2026
Outcome
Injured
Location
Jonesboro, Georgia
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Incident type
Assault

Summary

Assault Jonesboro Georgia in Jonesboro, Georgia: During a planned security shakedown at the Clayton County jail’s Super Max unit, four inmates became non‐compliant and assaulted deputies while being transported. One deputy was struck in the face and three others joined the assault, but officers regained control within about two minutes. Three deputies sustained minor injuries; the incident did not disrupt the overall contraband search, which finished at 1:04 p.m.

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“From the Desk of SHERIFF LEVON ALLEN. Statement Regarding Jail Security Operation.” from Clayton County Sheriff's Office, GA : Nixle

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