News Summary
The Beaufort County Sheriff’s Office is asking for public assistance in locating 15-year-old Kamaya Jenkins, reported as a runaway. Last seen at home on Friday night, Jenkins has distinctive black and orange hair and may be heading towards Charleston County. Authorities urge anyone with information to contact the Sheriff’s Office. Additionally, 53 inmates from the Beaufort County Detention Center have been temporarily relocated due to plumbing issues, raising health and safety concerns for both inmates and their families.
Beaufort County Authorities Seek Help to Locate Missing Teen
The Beaufort County Sheriff’s Office is requesting public assistance in locating a missing 15-year-old girl, Kamaya Jenkins, who was reported as a runaway on Saturday. Jenkins was last seen at her home in Beaufort around 10 p.m. on Friday night and has distinctive black and orange hair along with brown eyes.
Kamaya Jenkins is described as standing at 5 feet 5 inches tall and weighing approximately 110 pounds. Authorities have not confirmed the clothing she was wearing when she left her home. It is speculated that Jenkins may be heading towards Charleston County.
Anyone with information regarding Kamaya Jenkins’ whereabouts is urged to contact the Beaufort County Sheriff’s Office at their non-emergency dispatch line, 843-524-2777.
Inmate Relocation Due to Plumbing Issues
In a separate development, 53 inmates from the Beaufort County Detention Center have been temporarily relocated to the Sheriff Al Cannon Detention Center in Charleston due to significant plumbing issues at their original facility. This transfer took place on Tuesday, March 25, and the inmates are expected to be housed in Charleston for an estimated three weeks.
The county will incur a cost of $15 per day for each inmate to cover medical care and meals while they are housed at the Charleston County Jail. In addition, a one-time fee of $50 will be charged for intake and screening processes for each inmate. If a hospital escort is needed for any of these inmates during their stay, an additional fee of $52 per day will apply.
Beaufort County staff have been assigned to assist with the inmates during their time at the Charleston facility. However, reports indicate that some inmates were not moved due to overcrowding at the Charleston location. Meanwhile, remaining inmates in Beaufort have raised concerns about exposure to dust and chemical fumes resulting from ongoing plumbing work, as there has been inadequate ventilation in their current environment.
Families and friends of the inmates who remain in Beaufort have expressed concerns about potential violations of the 8th Amendment rights, which protect against cruel and unusual punishment. In response to these concerns, Beaufort County officials have stated that the remaining inmates have been relocated within the detention center to better address health issues stemming from the plumbing repairs.
Conclusion
As Beaufort County authorities continue to search for Kamaya Jenkins, the community is encouraged to assist in locating the teen. Simultaneously, the county is managing the logistics and health concerns related to the temporary transfer of inmates due to plumbing issues, ensuring that all necessary protocols are followed for their care and safety.
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