Tyrone Ruffin

Inmates overpowered guards and took over parts of the Bertie-Martin Regional Detention Center in Windsor, North Carolina, leading to a siege that ended when law enforcement regained control. Three guards and 88 inmates were involved, with two guards initially taken captive and later released after negotiations. Authorities confirmed all individuals were safe, and the facility is secured while investigations continue.

An inmate takeover at the Bertie-Martin Regional Detention Center in Windsor, North Carolina, ended after law enforcement secured the facility. The incident involved 88 inmates overpowering staff, two guards being taken captive, and negotiations leading to the release of hostages and resolution by authorities.

Inmates overpowered correctional staff at the Bertie-Martin Regional Detention Center in North Carolina on June 29, holding two guards hostage before releasing some inmates. Authorities, including the North Carolina State Bureau of Investigation and FBI, regained control of the facility, and all incidents were contained within the jail without public threat.

Inmates seized control of parts of a regional jail in North Carolina after overpowering correctional staff, leading to the capture of two guards and a subsequent negotiation that released 18 inmates and the guards. Authorities are working to restore control and ensure safety, with a secure perimeter established around the facility.