Earnest Thomas has filed a lawsuit in the United States District Court for the Middle District of Georgia, Columbus Division, against Muscogee County and its Sheriff’s Office employees, including Greg Countryman and two unnamed officers. The case arises from an incident on November 5, 2023, when Thomas, while incarcerated at the Muscogee County Jail, fell from a bunk bed lacking safety features. Following the fall, Thomas experienced delays in receiving medical attention due to a malfunctioning intercom system and alleged negligence by jail staff. He sustained significant injuries requiring hospitalization. The complaint includes claims under 42 U.S.C. 1983 for civil rights violations and gross negligence. Thomas seeks damages for his injuries and related legal costs.
Source: 425cv00354_Earnest_Thomas_v_Muscogee_Complaint_Middle_District_of_Georgia.pdf
