12 Lives Lost In Simultaneous Jailbreaks

12 Lives Lost In Simultaneous Jailbreaks

At least 12 inmates were killed in twin jailbreaks in Bangladesh following the recent ouster of autocratic leader Sheikh Hasina, officials reported on Saturday…….. CONTINUE READING

The escapes occurred in the wake of Hasina’s abrupt resignation and subsequent flight abroad after 15 years in power, leaving an interim government grappling with law and order issues. Police have been on strike amidst the turmoil.

The first breakout occurred at Jamapur Prison on Thursday, where six inmates were killed after a violent clash with guards. Warden Abu Fatah described how escapees attacked with iron rods and sharp weapons, setting fire to his office and attempting to free all 600 prisoners. The guards’ response included live fire, resulting in six deaths, one by stabbing.

On Tuesday, another jailbreak at Kashimpur High Security Prison, located 30 kilometers north of Dhaka, led to the deaths of six more prisoners. Inmates used iron tools and rebar rods to overpower guards and force their way through the main gate. Army soldiers and guards fired to control the situation, and at least 203 prisoners escaped. Notably, no high-profile inmates, including Islamist extremists and murderers, managed to escape.

These incidents are part of a series of jailbreaks during recent unrest following protests against Hasina’s government. In July, over 800 prisoners escaped from a jail in Narsingdi after a mob attacked the facility. On the day of Hasina’s removal, more than 500 inmates fled a prison in Sherpur.

The unrest has resulted in over 450 deaths in clashes between police and protesters, including dozens of police officers. Police unions have declared a strike, demanding improved safety measures before resuming duties. More than half of the country’s police stations have since reopened.

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