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id: 164b887924
section: safety
first_reported: 2026-11-11 18:38 MST
updated: 2026-11-11 18:38 MST
status: reported
outlets: 1
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# Maricopa County jail nurse accused of taking contraband

Authorities say detectives found drug paraphernalia in a Maricopa County jail nurse's car after a handwritten inmate letter prompted a search.

Section: [Public Safety](/phoenix/section/safety.md) · Entities: none

## Coverage

- [AZFamily (KTVK 3TV / CBS 5 KPHO)](https://www.azfamily.com/2026/11/12/phoenix-jail-nurse-accused-taking-contraband-onto-jail-grounds/), 2026-11-11 18:38 MST: Phoenix jail nurse accused of taking contraband onto jail grounds

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