SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO.com) — As of today, there are 5 inmates in custody who have tested positive with COVID-19. Existing cases range from asymptomatic to mild symptoms.
Today’s Jail population count is 295.
There are also currently 7 Jail employees who have tested positive. All are experiencing mild symptoms. The Jail Division of the Sheriff’s Office employs 155 full-time staff.
The Jail continues to follow the SD DOH and CDC recommendations. Jail staff were issued cloth masks last week and are being screened twice a day. Inmates were issued cloth masks this week and have access to alcohol-based hand sanitizer multiple times during the day. Cleaning efforts continue throughout the day and night.
“These are definitely challenging times. We are in line with the SD Department of Health recommendations and are working hard to mitigate and prevent further spread. The Corrections staff and Medical staff in the Jail have been doing an exceptional job as we continue to work through this ever changing situation.” said Warden Mattson.
(The Minnehaha County Sheriff’s Office contributed this report/news release.)
