Inmates allegedly planned jail escape with saw blade

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Two St. John’s County Jail inmates allegedly plotted a Shawshank-style escape using a saw blade flown in.

WHO: Joseph Silcott (20) and Joseph Izzi (38), cellmates at St. John’s County Jail; St. John’s County Sheriff’s Office

WHAT: Authorities accuse two inmates of planning a jail escape and attempting to get a saw blade into the facility through an open window.

WHEN: Jun 23, 2026 at 11:44 AM ET

WHERE: St. John’s County Jail, St. John’s County, Florida

WHY: Izzi reported that Silcott had a weapon and threatened him, prompting separation, questioning, and a cell search.

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