Press Release: On August 30, 2026, Grundy County Jail employees reported an active riot in A-Pod, the facility’s maximum security housing unit. At the time of the incident, seventeen inmates were housed in A pod. Three employees were present during this time. Due to the seriousness of the situation and concerns for employee safety, multiple …
Saturday night, a disturbance occurred inside the Grundy County Jail that required additional assistance from outside law enforcement agencies and emergency personnel. Due to the nature of the situation, additional resources were requested to ensure it was brought under control quickly and safely. At no time was there any danger or threat to the public, …
