ANDERSON, S.C. (AP) - Anderson County officials are struggling to address overcrowding, as at least one jail cell has been holding four times the number of inmates it was built for.
The Anderson Independent-Mail (https://bit.ly/2kuUWW2 ) reports that the Anderson County Detention Center held 457 inmates on Monday, 200 more than it is rated to hold. On Wednesday, 16 inmates were being held in a cell that was built for four.
County Sheriff Chad McBride recently announced his intent to push for a new facility, which could cost between $35 million and $60 million.
The County Council discussed the issue at their meeting Tuesday night. Several council members said they believe a better jail should be a priority, but they are not sure how to pay for it.
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Information from: Anderson Independent-Mail, https://www.andersonsc.com
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