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KLAMATH FALLS, Ore. - The Klamath County Sheriff’s Office has requested the Klamath Falls Police Department lead an investigation into the death of an Adult in Custody (AIC) which was discovered in the Klamath County Detention Center just before midnight on Thursday, July 1, 2021.
Read MoreThe Klamath County Detention Center recently received high marks during a mandatory compliance inspection.
“We got an outstanding score, a 96.5% out of 100. We all worked really hard,” said Jail Commander Lieutenant Brian Bryson.
Read MoreI would like to provide an update on the jail upgrade which has been underway for the past several months. This work is nearing completion. As a recap – the following information should be used:
February 2017:
It was determined the “28” year old technology used in operating key control functions of the jail needed to be upgraded. Without the upgrade, substantial liability existed. The unofficial estimate was $480,000.
April 25, 2017:
Commissioners approved a Request for Proposal (RFP)
