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Arkansas Inmate Escapes Prison in Disguise

Grant Hardin, a convicted murderer and rapist serving a 30-year sentence, escaped from the Calico Rock prison in Arkansas on May 25th by disguising himself as a police officer using materials from the prison kitchen, exploiting inadequate supervision, and deceiving a prison guard; he was recaptured ...

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Prisoner Kills Cellmate with Tuna Can Lid in Murcia Penitentiary

A prisoner in Murcia I Penitentiary killed his cellmate early Friday morning using a tuna can lid as a weapon, prompting concerns about prison safety and security protocols.

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Prison Officer Accused of Smuggling Phone, Enabling Fake Terror Plot

A prison officer, Justin James Collier, is accused of smuggling an encrypted phone into Parklea prison for heroin kingpin Guy Habkouk, who allegedly used it to orchestrate a fake terror plot in Sydney, Australia, hoping to secure clemency by framing others; the phone's communications were intercepte...

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Prison Drone Incidents Surge 43%, Raising Security Concerns

The number of drone incidents in English and Welsh prisons increased by 43% to 1,712 in the year to March 2024, alongside a 25% rise in drug finds (over 26,000) and over 13,000 weapons; the government is investing £900,000 to tackle this.

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Inmate Kills Robert Pickton with Broomstick

Robert Pickton, a convicted serial killer serving a life sentence, died on May 31, 2024, from injuries sustained during a prison assault at Quebec's Port-Cartier Institution on May 19, 2024, where inmate Martin Charest assaulted him with a broken broomstick; an investigation revealed insufficient se...

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Delay in Charges Following Death of Serial Killer Robert Pickton in Prison

Robert Pickton, a convicted serial killer, died on May 31, 2024, in a Quebec prison after being assaulted by a fellow inmate on May 19, 2024; despite identifying a suspect, no charges have been filed, raising concerns about prison security and investigative processes.

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WA Public Holiday Review: Economic Concerns Amidst Proposed Changes

Western Australia is considering changing its public holiday dates and adding two more, sparking debate over economic impacts and alignment with other states; a review of nearly 10,000 submissions shows strong support for change but business groups express concerns.

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Increased Security at Texas Prison Camp Following Maxwell Transfer

Ghislaine Maxwell, serving a 20-year sentence for sex trafficking, was transferred to a minimum-security federal prison camp in Texas, prompting increased security measures due to concerns about potential threats; this contradicts BOP policy.

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Manchester Arena Bomber's Prison Privileges Upgraded Despite Violent Attack

Manchester Arena bomber Hashem Abedi has had his prison privileges upgraded despite an alleged April attack on guards with boiling oil and makeshift blades, leaving officers with life-threatening injuries; the upgrade allows him increased freedoms and resources.

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Ecuador Confirms Gang Leader's Prison Status Amidst Extradition Concerns

Ecuadorian authorities confirm Adolfo Macías, leader of the Los Choneros gang, remains in Guayas Prison No. 3 despite his lawyer's claim of a transfer, raising concerns about transparency within the prison system and the safety of high-profile inmates after his extradition to the US was accepted for...

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Mass Jailbreak in Karachi After Earthquake

In Karachi, Pakistan, over 200 inmates escaped District Malir prison after overpowering guards following earthquake-related tremors, resulting in one prisoner's death and three guard injuries; the jailbreak, one of Pakistan's largest, exposed severe security flaws.

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High-Profile Jailbreaks Highlight Systemic Issues in US Prisons

Antoine Massey and Derrick Groves escaped a New Orleans jail through a hole in a cell wall, while ex-police chief Grant Hardin escaped an Arkansas prison in a makeshift uniform; both cases highlight systemic issues in correctional facilities.

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