An inmate at the Floyd County Jail, Marcus Tyrell Creamer, 32 of Rome, was arrested this week after reports said he beat a female jailer in the head and face while trying to cause a riot.
Reports said that after beating the jailer in the face he placed her in a headlock.
The victim received medical treatment but was not seriously injured in the attack.
Creamer is charged with battery, unlawful acts in a penal institution and battery.
