Hancock said inmate transfers happen occasionally for a variety of reasons including the safety and security of inmates and the institution. Among the concerns he cited was COVID-19.
The transfer to free up space in the jail this week doesn t mean JSO expects trouble, he said. Multiple arrests occur daily from at least 10 law enforcement agencies whose arrestees are housed at the [jail], Hancock wrote. We would not expect it to be less than typical.
Fears of racism with Duval jail s decision ahead of Orange Crush Festival
Billed as biggest beach festival weekend in the country, the festival which includes a pool party, block party, car and bike show and photography expo draws a largely Black, college-age crowd.
Aiden Fucci, 14, will appear in a St. Johns County courtroom to face a 1st-degree murder charge in the death of 13-year-old cheerleader Tristyn Bailey.