A Hamilton County Jail inmate is facing criminal charges after allegedly stabbing another inmate in the facility, according to a news release.
Lonta Burress “utilized a shank to repeatedly stab another inmate,” Jamarie Jones, the Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office release said. The incident occurred Monday afternoon.
Emergency services responded to render aid to Jones, who was transported to a hospital. Jones remained in “serious condition,” according to the Wednesday release.
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In relation to the incident, Burress was charged with attempted first-degree murder, two counts of aggravated assault and possession of contraband in a penal institution. An investigation into the incident is ongoing.
Burress is a known gang member, according to the sheriff’s office. In 2013, he pleaded guilty to voluntary manslaughter in connection with the fatal shooting of a 17-year-old.
— Compiled by Kiara Green