Joliet, IL – Authorities are investigating a fight that broke out inside the Will County Adult Detention Facility on Sunday afternoon, resulting in criminal charges against three inmates.
According to the Will County Sheriff’s Office, the altercation occurred just after 2:30 p.m. Sunday, February 1, when a fight involving six inmates erupted inside the jail. Investigators say the incident began when one inmate was struck in the head with a drink pitcher, triggering a larger melee.
The Sheriff’s Office said the facility’s Emergency Response Team was immediately deployed and successfully detained all six inmates involved in the disturbance. No information has been released regarding injuries or whether medical treatment was required.
Following an investigation, three inmates are now facing charges related to the incident. Authorities identified them as Giovanni Simpson, Aaron Ortiz, and Francisco Medina. According to officials, the three are charged with Mob Action and Battery in connection with the fight. All allegations remain under investigation, and the individuals are presumed innocent.
Sheriff’s officials confirmed the accused inmates are scheduled to appear in court later this month. Additional details, including potential disciplinary actions within the detention facility, were not immediately released.
The Will County Adult Detention Facility, located in Joliet, houses inmates from across Will County and serves the greater southwest suburban Chicago region. Jail officials emphasized that safety protocols were followed and that the situation was quickly brought under control.
Anyone with additional information related to the incident is encouraged to contact the Will County Sheriff’s Office.
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