Blount County residents are being urged to take extra precautions with their personal safety, as it has been announced that the Alabama Department of Corrections is set to release nearly 400 inmates from prison next week. District Attorney Pamela Casey took to Facebook to warn local residents, stating that these individuals are not being paroled, but rather being released early under ACT 2021-549.
One of these individuals, it has been revealed, is a convicted murderer from Blount County. This news has understandably caused concern among residents of the area, who are now being advised to ensure that their homes and cars are properly secured at all times.
This early release policy has been met with criticism from both citizens and local law enforcement.
The Blount Tribune will continue to follow this story and provide updates as they become available. In the meantime, residents are urged to be vigilant and take all necessary precautions to ensure their own safety.