ATLANTA - The family of an inmate accused in a violent attack at the Fulton County Jail says the system failed her and ignored repeated warnings about her mental health.

What we know:

Shania White, 27, is charged with aggravated assault, aggravated battery and tampering with evidence after deputies discovered an attack on another inmate , 20-year-old Tyrianna Ledbetter, last Tuesday.

What they're saying:

Her aunt, Tiffany Patton, said she told jail and court officials that White was mentally ill but no one listened. "Y'all got to put her in the hospital. She needs help. I am afraid for her in my house. I am afraid for me and my son. What do you think is wrong? She's hearing things. You can see something is attacking her," Patton said.

Patton, 42, said she loves her niece but fea

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