Ep 7. Don't Swing First

After four long weeks in Fulton County Jail, some participants in “60 Days In” Season 5 are finally settling in while others are still struggling to adjust. In "Don’t Swing First," tensions escalate as a disagreement between two inmates turns violent, leading to a major shake-up in the pod.

One of the inmates involved in the altercation is Brian, who has been struggling to maintain a low profile since he entered the jail. Despite his efforts to stay out of trouble, he finds himself caught in the middle of a conflict between two groups of inmates. As tensions rise, both sides start looking for allies, leaving Brian feeling like he has to choose a side.

Meanwhile, Ashley, a former corrections officer, continues to struggle in the jail environment. As she watches the constant power struggles and violence between inmates, she finds herself feeling more and more isolated. Despite her training, she feels powerless to intervene and is struggling to find a way to cope with the stress of the situation.

Elsewhere in the pod, Dennis, who is posing as a former gang member, is trying to walk a fine line between ingratiating himself to other gang members and maintaining his cover story. He’s been careful so far not to reveal too much about his past or his true identity, but with tensions high and inmates looking for allies, he worries that he might be exposed.

As the episode unfolds, tensions continue to rise and it becomes clear that something has to give. When violence breaks out between the two groups of inmates, the pod is thrown into chaos. With the situation spiraling out of control, Sheriff Mark Lamb realizes that he needs to make some changes if he wants to keep the jail safe and secure.

As the dust settles, it becomes clear that the situation in the pod is far from resolved. Some inmates are left feeling even more isolated and vulnerable, while others are emboldened by the violence. With so much at stake, both for the undercover participants and for the jail staff, it remains to be seen how the situation will be resolved. As intense as ever, "60 Days In" Season 5 continues to deliver compelling insights into life behind bars.