Imagine this: it’s just another day in the Carter County Jail, but things take a shocking turn. According to court documents, seven inmates allegedly joined forces to carry out a brutal attack on two fellow inmates. The date was January 25, and the details are chilling.
What Happened?
The accused—Jeffery Beaulieu, Zechariah Churchill, Jaron Hopkins, Thomas Houser, Wyatt King, Sebastien Wood, and Robert Schaumann—allegedly blocked the door to a cell. What happened next was a horrifying act of violence.
The group is accused of punching and kicking two inmates, leaving one man with broken facial bones and another with a broken arm and nose.
The Charges
Now, these seven men are facing serious consequences. They’ve been charged with aggravated assault and battery, and all but one (Schaumann) are also charged with conspiracy for allegedly planning the attack. If convicted, they could each face up to five years in prison for each charge.
What’s Next?
This case serves as a sobering reminder of the dangers within the walls of correctional facilities. With lives already disrupted, these charges could add even more weight to the consequences these men face.
This story raises tough questions about inmate safety and the systems meant to keep order behind bars. What do you think can be done to prevent violence like this in jails? Share your thoughts below.
