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One Indiana Jail Releases 25 Inmates To Cut COVID-19 Risk

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FORT WAYNE, Ind. (AP) — Officials say 25 jail inmates in Fort Wayne have received early releases amid the coronavirus pandemic.

The Allen County Prosecutor's Office agreed to release certain inmates with less than 30 days remaining on misdemeanor convictions to ease crowding at the Allen County Jail.

Allen County Sheriff's Capt. Steve Stone confirms 25 inmates were released Wednesday.

Allen Superior Court Executive John McGauley says the court consulted with the prosecutor’s office on ways to manage the jail population during the pandemic.

The prosecutor’s office agreed to release low level, non-violent offenders who had less than 30 days to serve.

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