Gwinnett County Jailer Faces Termination After Arrest for Simple Battery Against Inmate

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A Gwinnett County jailer, Master Jailer Theresa Bell, is facing termination following her arrest for simple battery against an inmate, prompting an investigation by the sheriff's office. The agency placed Bell, a five-year employee, on administrative leave after the incident was reported on Thursday, with Sheriff Keybo Taylor emphasizing the importance of professionalism and respect in the workplace. Details of the alleged misconduct, described as involving "unnecessary force," have not been disclosed, and it remains unclear if Bell was officially booked into the Gwinnett jail.