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Buchanan County Inmate Hospitalized After Self-Harm Attempt

Tuesday, February 17, 2026 at 5:59 AM

A 33-year-old inmate remains in critical condition following a self-harm attempt at the Buchanan County Jail on Sunday evening. Staff discovered the woman in her cell around 6:45 p.m. and provided immediate medical aid until emergency responders arrived to transport her to Mosaic Life Care. The Buchanan County Sheriff’s Office has not yet released the…

A 33-year-old inmate remains in critical condition following a self-harm attempt at the Buchanan County Jail on Sunday evening. Staff discovered the woman in her cell around 6:45 p.m. and provided immediate medical aid until emergency responders arrived to transport her to Mosaic Life Care. The Buchanan County Sheriff’s Office has not yet released the identity of the individual, who was being held on drug trafficking charges.

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