A Hamilton County Jail inmate was assaulted on Monday evening.
The inmate was taken to the jail’s medical clinic to be assessed after the incident about 7:30 p.m.
Once in the medical clinic, it was noticed the inmate had a stab wound to his right side. Medical personnel recommended that the inmate be transported to the hospital.
The inmate was transported to a local hospital for medical review and treatment.
The condition of the inmate is unknown at this time.