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'Be vigilant': Escaped inmate prompts renewed safety concerns at Nelson County Jail

Officials say the jail lacks a sally port, and upgrades could cost $3 million to $5 million, jailer Justin Hall said.

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An escaped inmate is still on the run, and now, the incident is raising new concerns about security at the Nelson County Correctional Center.

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Search underway after Nelson County inmate walks off from work program

Anyone with information about his whereabouts should not approach Nation and should call 911.

·Louisville, United States
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'Be vigilant': Escaped inmate prompts renewed safety concerns at Nelson County Jail

An escaped inmate is still on the run, and now, the incident is raising new concerns about security at the Nelson County Correctional Center.

·Louisville, United States
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WLKY broke the news in Louisville, United States on Monday, April 13, 2026.
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