Inmate uses ‘sheer strength’ to twist and break out of handcuffs, sheriff’s office says

MARTIN COUNTY, Fla. (Gray News) – An inmate used their “sheer strength” to twist and break out of handcuffs, according to authorities.

The Martin County Sheriff’s Office posted photos of the broken handcuffs on Facebook.

Authorities said the handcuffs were completely twisted and broken by an inmate “experiencing significant mental health issues.”

“The inmate was able to force one cuff off through sheer strength and unpredictability,” the post said.

Authorities said the inmate was “safely restrained” and no one was injured.

The Martin County Sheriff’s Office said it shared the photos to show “the side of corrections work the public rarely sees.”

“Inside a jail, situations can escalate in seconds. Deputies must respond to individuals who may be in crisis or combative, all while maintaining safety and control,” the sheriff’s office said.

The Martin County Sheriff’s Office said it is “proud of the professionalism our deputies demonstrate every day.”

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