Augusta Aiken, GA, September 21, 2026 — The Jenkins County Sheriff’s Office has launched a search for an inmate who escaped from their custody on Sunday evening. The inmate has been identified as Jarrell “Buster” Jones.

According to information released, Jones escaped custody on Sunday at approximately 9:00 p.m. The escape occurred in Millen, Georgia.

Details regarding the circumstances of the escape, such as how Jones absconded or his physical description, were not immediately available. The Sheriff’s Office is actively engaged in efforts to locate the escaped inmate. Further information regarding the inmate’s charges or the specifics of the incident has not been provided at this time.

The Jenkins County Sheriff’s Office has not released further details regarding the ongoing search efforts or any potential risks associated with the escape. The public has not been alerted to specific precautions they should take.

The contractor’s name, if applicable to the facility from which the inmate escaped, was not provided. The contractor’s name was not provided.

The investigation into the escape is ongoing. The Jenkins County Sheriff’s Office is requesting any information from the public regarding the whereabouts of Jarrell “Buster” Jones. This is a developing story, and updates are expected as more information becomes available.


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