USA TODAY
PHOENIX, Ariz. — Veterans in the custody of theMaricopa County Sheriff’s Office are now being housed under one roof.
Sheriff Joe Arpaio on Wednesday announced the opening of a new veterans-only section at the Towers Jail in Phoenix.
The thought is that housing veterans in one place makes it easier for the Sheriff’s Office to provide services that will help ease the inmates’ eventual transition back into the community.
“I believe we have to do everything we can for our veterans,” Arpaio told a group of veterans being held on suspicion of charges including driving under the influence, robbery and burglary. “Many of you who have fought for our country are here. Some of you, unfortunately, have some medical-mental problems I want to make sure that’s rectified. I want to make sure we do everything we can to find a job for you when you leave this jail.”
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