The Gist: A Camden County Sergeant Corrections Officer, Joshua Beauchamp has been arrested and charged with aggravated assault, false statements, and violation of oath of public office after a reported use of force incident in the local jail.
According to the GBI, the case arose after an inmate was found unconscious following an altercation with Beauchamp.
What Happened?: According to reports, on July 3, a dispute broke out while Beauchamp was escorting a handcuffed inmate to an isolation cell.
According to the GBI, during this verbal exchange, Beauchamp reportedly shoved the inmate into a door. The door opened, causing the inmate to strike his head and lose consciousness.
Following the incident, the inmate was treated and released from Southeast Georgia Health System.
Beauchamp was subsequently booked at Camden County Jail.
Why It Matters: The charges against Beauchamp are serious, reflecting the gravity of alleged misconduct within our corrections system. This case serves as a stark reminder of the standards of behavior expected from our public officers and the severe consequences when those standards are not met.
What’s Next?: The investigation into this matter is active and ongoing. Any individuals with information are urged to reach out to the GBI regional investigative office in Kingsland at 912-729-6198.
Anonymous tips can also be submitted online or through the ‘See Something, Send Something’ mobile app. Once the investigation wraps up, the case file will be handed over to the Brunswick Judicial Circuit District Attorney’s Office for prosecution.
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