Nancy Guthrie Sheriff Chris Nanos Sued for $25 Million—'Treated Like a Dog'
Summary
Pima County Sheriff Chris Nanos has been sued for $25 million by an inmate named Steven Kenneth Fox. Fox claims he was physically abused, denied medical care for a spider bite, and treated poorly while in jail. The lawsuit adds to pressure on Sheriff Nanos, who is also under scrutiny for questions about his work history.Key Facts
- Steven Kenneth Fox, an inmate in Pima County Jail, filed a $25 million lawsuit against Sheriff Chris Nanos and others.
- Fox alleges he was physically assaulted after an officer spread rumors about him stealing login details and contacts.
- He claims he was denied medical care for a brown recluse spider bite, resulting in nerve damage.
- Fox reports he was kept in isolation for 127 hours without a shower or exercise.
- Fox had previously sued Sheriff Nanos in February for excessive force and denial of medical aid.
- Another inmate sued Nanos in March over alleged COVID-19 safety protocol failures.
- Sheriff Nanos has faced calls to resign after reports showed he misrepresented his work history.
- Nanos submitted a detailed report to county supervisors defending his employment record.
Read the Full Article
This is a fact-based summary from The Actual News. Click below to read the complete story directly from the original source.