In a recent incident at the Harris County Jail, a serious security breach was uncovered involving an inmate and a concealed weapon. The discovery of the firearm has prompted an internal investigation as authorities work to determine how it ended up inside the facility.

A loaded gun was discovered hidden in an inmate's wheelchair at the Harris County Jail, according to deputies. Detention officers found the firearm tucked into the seat cushion of the wheelchair while conducting a routine search.

The inmate, Tyrone Kennedy, is currently being held on a parole violation. Court records reveal that Kennedy, 53, was convicted of murder in the 1990s. The discovery of the weapon raises questions about how it made its way into the jail, as it’s still unclear whether Kennedy brought the gun in himself or if someone smuggled it in on his behalf.

The Harris County Sheriff’s Office has announced that an internal investigation will be launched to determine how the gun was brought into the facility and to address any security lapses.

This incident highlights ongoing concerns over security at correctional facilities, with authorities working to ensure that such breaches are prevented in the future. The investigation is still ongoing, and more details are expected to emerge as it unfolds.

This situation shows that there are still problems with security at jails and authorities are working to make sure something like this doesn’t happen again.


 

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