Sheriffs Don't Run the Regional Jail | Greenville News

Greenville News Today | 2 Min | The Daily News Now! · Jul 2, 2026 · 1m

A riot at the Bertie-Martin Regional Jail sparked confusion, but county sheriffs Drew Robinson and Tyrone Ruffin made it clear: they don’t run the jail. Established in 1981, the facility is legally overseen by the Bertie-Martin Regional Jail Commission — the group that hires staff, manages budgets, and sets policies. Neither sheriff sits on that commission, so they have no control over daily operations. Still, both sheriffs emphasized their top priority: public safety. They mobilized resources to help contain the situation, protect staff and inmates, and ensure community security…