Deadly Brazil prison riots leave 57 inmates dead, with 16 decapitated
Brazil`s incarcerated population has surged eight-fold in three decades to around 750,000 inmates, the world`s third-highest tally.
Jul 30, 2019, 12:12 PM IST
Third Brazilian prison riot in a week leaves 4 dead
Four people were killed in a riot at a jail in Brazil on Sunday, the nation's third deadly prison uprising in a week.
Jan 09, 2017, 13:41 PM IST
Drug cartel ruled in Mexico prison hit by riot
Authorities found dozens of knives, cocaine and flat-screen televisions at the Mexican prison where a brawl killed 49 inmates, officials said today, highlighting the control drug cartels hold over many penitentiaries.
Feb 13, 2016, 00:45 AM IST
At least 49 dead in Mexico prison riot
At least 49 inmates were killed in a Mexican prison brawl Thursday as rival groups fought with bats, sticks and blades and ignited a fire in the overcrowded penitentiary, authorities said.
Feb 12, 2016, 05:15 AM IST
Dozens dead in Mexico prison riot: Reports
Riot police and ambulances were deployed at the Topo Chico prison as broadcaster Televisa reported that 30 died while Milenio television spoke of 50 victims.
Feb 11, 2016, 19:40 PM IST
