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Gang violence in Guatemala kills 7 police officers after inmates take over prisons | World News

Gang violence in Guatemala kills 7 police officers after inmates take over prisons | World News

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Police guard the area as forensic investigators examine the body of a fellow officer killed in attacks reported after security forces retook control of a prison that houses gang leaders in Guatemala City, Guatemala. (Photo: AP) Clashes between security forces and gang members in Guatemala’s capital on Sunday killed seven officers, authorities said, shortly after police in the country’s southwest regained control of one of three maximum security prisons where inmates rioted and took hostages the night before. The attacks on police in and around Guatemala City came after hundreds of anti-riot police stormed Renovacion prison in Escuintla, about 76 km southwest of the capital, to free nine guards who had been taken hostage there. Jailed gang leaders often order members outside the prison walls to carry out retaliatory attacks. Security forces enter the Renovation maximum-security prison to free guards taken hostage and retake control of the facility, which houses gang leaders, in Escuintla, Guatemala, Sunday, Jan. 18, 2026. (AP Photo/Moises Castillo) Gunshots rang out as riot squads swept into the facility that houses gang …

Two Inmates Escape After Climbing Kannauj Prison Walls With Make-Shift Rope | Video | India News

Two Inmates Escape After Climbing Kannauj Prison Walls With Make-Shift Rope | Video | India News

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Last Updated:January 05, 2026, 22:02 IST Five officials, including the jailer and deputy jailer, have been suspended due to alleged negligence. Five officials have been suspended due to alleged negligence. (Photo: X) Two undertrial inmates made a daring escape from the district jail at Anaugi, approximately 25 km from Kannauj district headquarters, by scaling the prison wall on Sunday night, police reported. As per the officials, the escape was figured out at around 10 am on Monday during the routine headcount. Two prisoners were found missing. As per a report by PTI, five officials, including the jailer and deputy jailer, have been suspended by the authorities over their alleged negligence. Superintendent of Police (SP) Vinod Kumar explained that the inmates utilised blankets to create a makeshift rope and climbed over the jail wall to facilitate their escape. The escapees have been identified as Dimpy alias Shiva, a resident of Malgawan village under Tathia police station, who was an undertrial in a case under the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act, and Ankit, a …

Pope criticizes prison overcrowding during special Mass for inmates, guards and families | World News

Pope criticizes prison overcrowding during special Mass for inmates, guards and families | World News

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Pope Leo XIV criticized prison overcrowding and insufficient inmate rehabilitation programs on Sunday as he celebrated a special Mass for detainees, guards and their families in the final event of the Vatican’s 2025 Holy Year. The Vatican said an estimated 6,000 people signed up to participate in the weekend pilgrimage, including representatives from big detention facilities in Italy and prison volunteers, wardens and prison chaplains from 90 countries. Included were a few groups of inmates who received special permission to participate, according to the Italian penitentiary chaplain’s association. In his homily, Leo acknowledged the oftentimes poor conditions prisoners face even in wealthier countries. He called for a sense of charity and forgiveness to prevail for prisoners and those responsible for guarding them. “Here, we can mention overcrowding, insufficient commitment to guarantee stable educational programs for rehabilitation and job opportunities,” he said, adding that patience and forgiveness are needed. Story continues below this ad “On a more personal level, let us not forget the weight of the past, the wounds to be healed in body and …

Ricin terror accused Ahmed Jilani attacked by inmates in Gujarat’s Sabarmati jail

Ricin terror accused Ahmed Jilani attacked by inmates in Gujarat’s Sabarmati jail

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A terror accused, Ahmed Mohiuddin Abdul Qadir Jilani, lodged in Sabarmati Jail, was allegedly assaulted by fellow inmates on Tuesday morning, prompting an investigation into the incident, a police official said. The Gujarat ATS had earlier arrested Ahmed Mohiuddin Syed, Mohammad Suhel and Azad over a terror plot. (ANI/ Gujarat ATS) According to Police Inspector K Y Vyas, the incident involved one of the accused in the ATS case, registered no. 10/2025, which includes three individuals: Ahmed Mohiuddin Abdul Qadir Jilani, Azad, and Mohammed Salim. All three had been sent to Sabarmati Central Jail after their arrest. Inspector Vyas stated that on Tuesday morning, Jilani was attacked by another inmate, resulting in an injury to his eye. Jail authorities provided immediate medical care before shifting him to the Civil Hospital for further treatment. Also read: Delhi blast: Owaisi condemns suicide bombing as ‘haram’ with a potshot at Amit Shah “On the morning of 18 November, Jilani was attacked by a fellow inmate, resulting in injury to his eye. He was given medical attention and subsequently …

Top Bengaluru jail official transferred, 2 suspended over viral videos of inmates dancing, using phones

Top Bengaluru jail official transferred, 2 suspended over viral videos of inmates dancing, using phones

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Following the viral videos showing inmates at Bengaluru central jail using mobile phones, dancing and enjoying preferential treatment, Prison Chief Superintendent has reportedly been transferred. Two other officials have reportedly been suspended, Karnataka’s home minister Dr. G Parameshwara said on Monday, adding that an officer of the Indian Police Service (IPS) will head the Bengaluru Central Jail. Viral video showed ISIS operative and a serial rape-murder accused using mobile phone and watching TV in the jail premises Also read: Man shoots himself dead at Delhi’s Jantar Mantar, probe on Prison authorities had on Saturday launched a probe after the purported videos surfaced. Later, Parameshwara had reacted to the reports of VIP treatment to inmates in Bengaluru central jail and said, “I won’t tolerate it.” Controversy after viral videos Bengaluru’s Parappana Agrahara Central jail hit headlines on Sunday after a video surfaced purportedly showing inmates using mobile phones, watching television, raising allegations of security lapses and preferential treatment. Also read: Yogi makes ‘Vande Mataram’ must in all UP schools: ‘No new Jinnahs should rise’ The inmates …

Liquor Bottles, Inmates Partying: New Video Of VIP Treatment In Bengaluru Jail Shows Shocking Lapses | India News

Liquor Bottles, Inmates Partying: New Video Of VIP Treatment In Bengaluru Jail Shows Shocking Lapses | India News

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Last Updated:November 09, 2025, 23:41 IST The new videos came after Bengaluru Parappana Agrahara Central Jail was at the centre of a storm regarding high-risk inmates using mobile phones and TV in jail. A new video showed inmates partying inside Bengaluru’s Parappana Agrahara Central Jail. (Photo: X) Days after videos of an ISIS recruiter and a convicted rapist enjoying VIP privileges in Bengaluru’s Parappana Agrahara Central Jail created a storm, a new video has cast more light on shocking lapses inside the jail premises, showing inmates partying, dancing and consuming liquor. The new video showed snacks and liquor bottles inside the jail and inmates dancing while others used plates and mugs as musical instruments. The video also showed inmates having access to several mobile phones. From Bars to Bar Snacks Parappana Agrahara Becomes a Party Hub! 🕺Once again, Bengaluru’s so-called “high-security” Parappana Agrahara Central Jail is in the spotlight this time for all the wrong reasons. New videos have surfaced showing inmates partying, drinking booze,… pic.twitter.com/8ckC5PY8YW — Karnataka Portfolio (@karnatakaportf) November 9, 2025 This came …

Prison Break Was Too Smart For Real Inmates? Here’s Why It Was Banned In US Prisons

Prison Break Was Too Smart For Real Inmates? Here’s Why It Was Banned In US Prisons

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Prison Break’s Plot Was Too Clever For Real-Life Inmates (Photo Credit – Hotstar) Prison Break kicks off with a man walking into prison by choice, not because he’s lost his mind, but because he’s got a plan and a smart one. Michael Scofield, an engineer with a quiet intensity, commits a crime and lands himself in the same facility as his brother, Lincoln Burrows. Lincoln is on death row for killing a high-profile figure but the thing is, he didn’t do it, and Michael knows that. So what does he do? Instead of writing letters or hiring lawyers, he decides to break him out. Why Prison Break Was Banned In US Prisons Back in 2005, Prison Break hit TV screens and instantly hooked viewers. The show’s consistent twists and cliffhangers turned the show into a must-watch. However, while fans at home were bingeing the drama one episode after another, there was a group of people who weren’t allowed to see any of it. Can you guess who they were? ………..No? Well! They were the prisoners. …

Toshu questions Anu’s character; Kinjal gets bullied by inmates in jail

Toshu questions Anu’s character; Kinjal gets bullied by inmates in jail

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The upcoming episodes of Anupamaa are all set to shock audiences with its upcoming major twist that will leave everyone shocked. Anupamaa gets to know Raghav’s past and supports him. She goes against Kotharis. On the other hand, Moti Baa instigates Rahi against her mother. Rahi warns Raghav to leave Anupamaa alone and tells him to not create problems for her family. Raghav tries to tell her the past story, but she refuses to listen. Anupamaa tells Kotharis that Pankhuri, who is Raghav’s life is not dead. She even accuses Kotharis of wrongly framing Raghav in the Pankhuri murder case. Moti Baa tells Gautam to close Raghav’s case and tells him to use money and power. Also Read – Anupamaa serial update: Rahi warns Raghav to stay away from the Kothari family, Anu convinces THIS person to give statement against them On the other hand, the Shah family gathers for aarti, when Gautam suddenly arrives with the police. He accuses Kinjal of stealing money from the office, where she was trusted with the locker keys. …

Phones smuggled in chapatis, Goa jail bars outside food for inmates | India News

Phones smuggled in chapatis, Goa jail bars outside food for inmates | India News

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The inmates of the Central Jail in Goa will no longer be allowed to receive food from visitors, a notice from the jail superintendent has said. According to a recent notice from the jail superintendent, this is after a “full-fledged canteen” was made functional at the jail. Officials claim this was aimed at preventing phones from being smuggled into the jail. In the notice, Shankar B Gaonkar, Superintendent Central Jail, Colvale, said: “This is to inform all the inmates of Central Jail Colvale and their visitors that no prisoner shall be allowed to receive food from their visitors…Prisoners can purchase additional food other than regular diet from the canteen. The visitors are permitted to deposit the requisite amount of money into the accounts of inmates which they can utilise to purchase food items from the jail canteen”. Story continues below this ad Jail authorities said the decision has been taken to prohibit smuggling of contraband items, especially mobile phones, into the jail. Officials said there had been several instances where the relatives of inmates conceal …

Uttarakhand: 15 new inmates found HIV positive during routine check-up at Haridwar district jail

Uttarakhand: 15 new inmates found HIV positive during routine check-up at Haridwar district jail

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Over 1000 inmates are lodged at Haridwar district jail. During routine check-up. at least 15 inmates were found HIV positive. During the routine health check-up, fifteen new inmates at Haridwar district jail in Uttarakhand were found HIV positive. As a part of standard procedure, all new entrants are medically examined before being lodged in to the jail. The affected prisoners are getting proper medical care and treatment. The tests were held on April 7.  Haridwar Jail Superintendent Manoj Kumar Arya said that on April 7, health check-ups, including HIV tests, were conducted for all new inmates. “Whenever a new inmate enters the jail, a health check-up is conducted. HIV testing is also mandatory, and currently, we have about 15 inmates who are HIV positive,” Arya told reporters. Prisoners lodged in separate barracks  Arya also told that a health camp was organised inside the jail on World Health Day on April 7. A separate barrack has been created for the treatment of these prisoners. There are 1,100 prisoners in the Haridwar district jail, he said.   …