Missing Inmate Arrested In Lincoln

(KFOR NEWS March 18, 2021) Lincoln police on Tuesday arrested an inmate who left his work assignment and failed to return to the Community Corrections Center-Lincoln. Tony Smith was taken into custody at 33^rd and O Street and returned to the custody of the Nebraska Department of Correctional Services.

Smith’s sentence started March 18, 2019. He was sentenced seven to 12 years for driving under the influence (5^th offense), out of Lancaster County. He has a tentative release date of July 13, 2024 and a parole eligibility date of December 22, 2021. Smith has a parole hearing scheduled for December 2021.

CCC-L is one of two community custody facilities operated by NDCS. Community custody is the lowest custody level and the least restrictive facility. Inmates are allowed to participate in work opportunities, attend school and religious services with prior approval and without direct supervision.