UPDATES WITH ADDITIONAL DEPUTY INJURED
Two correctional deputies and eight detainees were injured when a massive fight broke out Tuesday night at the Cook County Jail on the Southwest Side.
At least 11 ambulances were called about 8:30 p.m. to maximum-security Division 9 of the jail at 2854 W. 31st St., according to the Chicago Fire Department and Cook County sheriff’s office.
Nine people were taken to Saint Anthony, Mount Sinai and Stroger hospitals with stab wounds, fire officials said. Among the injured were two deputies, including one hit with a food tray, sheriff’s office spokeswoman Sophia Ansari said. None of the injuries were thought to be life-threatening.
An unspecified number of other detainees were treated at the jail for minor injuries. The building was under control by 9:30 p.m.
“There is an ongoing investigation into the source of the fights as well as the weapons used in the altercations,” sheriff’s office spokeswoman Sophia Ansari said.