Inmates attack deputies at Los Angeles Men’s Central Jail; 4 deputies hospitalized: LASD

Four deputies were sent to the hospital, including one who suffered a puncture wound, when multiple inmates were involved in an attack at the Men’s Central Jail in Los Angeles on Sunday.

The incident occurred during what was described as a “routine inmate movement,” the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department stated in a news release late Sunday night.

“During the incident, a deputy was attacked by several inmates. Assisting deputies intervened and successfully stopped the assault,” the Sheriff’s Department said.

It was unclear how many inmates were involved but they were all detained following the attack.

Four deputies were taken to a local hospital for evaluation and treatment. “One deputy sustained a puncture-type injury, but he is expected to recover,” the Sheriff’s Department said.

Investigators said that a “jail-made” weapon was recovered following the incident.

The inmates were also medically evaluated and will remain in-custody at the Men’s Central Jail.