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jail takeover

Coverage of jail takeover in the Nexus archive.

Earliest in view: Jun 29 · 16:54 UTCMost recent: Jun 30 · 12:12 UTC
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Bertie-Martin Regional Detention Centerplace3FBIorganization2Tyrone Ruffinperson2North Carolina State Bureau of Investigationorganization2Josh Steinperson1North Carolinaplace1Windsor, N.C.place1Windsorplace1
Recent coverage
  • CRIMEJun 30 · 12:12 UTCWBTV CHARLOTTE
    Governor calls jail takeover ‘horrifying’ after inmates held guards hostage in North Carolina

    Inmates overpowered guards and held two hostage at the Bertie-Martin Regional Detention Center in North Carolina. Governor Josh Stein condemned the incident as 'horrifying,' and law enforcement with over 30 agencies, including the FBI, regained control. Authorities reported minimal injuries.

  • CRIMEJun 29 · 19:38 UTCWPLG LOCAL 10 MIAMI
    Authorities end a takeover at a North Carolina jail hours after inmates overpowered the guards

    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.

  • SECURITYJun 29 · 16:54 UTCWTOP DC
    Inmates take control of a North Carolina jail after overpowering correctional staff

    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.