In a press release, the Henry County Sheriff’s Office reported that on Sunday, July 19th at approximately 10:42 pm, Deputies responded to the Henry County Jail regarding a physical altercation between two inmates.
Deputies reviewed video footage of the incident, which showed 19-year-old, Edward Kellum, and 34-year-old, Esteban Ellis-Arvizu approach each other in the jail’s social area before exchanging closed-fist strikes and becoming involved in a physical struggle.
Following an investigation, including a review of video footage and statements obtained from the involved inmates, both individuals were charged with Assault Causing Bodily Injury.
The Henry County Sheriff’s Office has no further information to release at this time.
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