Seven inmates attempt escape from Newport News jail

Above is the full press conference the Newport News Sheriff’s Office held on 7/9.

NEWPORT NEWS, Va. (WAVY) — The Newport News Sheriff’s Office held a press conference Wednesday afternoon in reference to seven inmates attempting to escape the Newport News City Jail.

The incident happened on Wednesday, July 2 at approximately 1 p.m., according to Sheriff Gabe Morgan. He said one inmate pried their cell door open and assisted six other inmates in being emancipated…

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