Bibb County inmate assault under investigation, sheriff's office says

BIBB COUNTY, Ga. - The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office is investigating the assault of a 21-year-old inmate at the Bibb County Law Enforcement Center after the man reported injuries several days after the incident occurred.

What we know:

According to investigators, the inmate informed deputies on April 19 that he had been injured by other inmates on April 15. Authorities say the man initially hid his injuries and did not report the assault during routine block checks.

After coming forward, the inmate was escorted to the jail’s medical unit for treatment and later transported to a hospital. Investigators determined the injuries were caused when hot water was thrown onto the inmate’s face through a cell door. 

The inmate, identified as 21-year-old Romario Justin Casey, received medical attention for his injuries at a local hospital and was released. The Correct Health medical staff will continue to care for his injuries at the jail. 

The sheriff's office says those involved in the incident have been identified. 

What we don't know:

Those responsible for the attack have not yet been identified. That information will be released once it is available, according to the sheriff's office.