prison riot

Brazil: At Least 60 Inmates Killed In Amazonas Prison Riot

At least 60 inmates have been killed during a riot in an overcrowded Brazilian prison, officials say. The unrest in…

8 years ago

Australia: Christmas Island Detention Center Set on Fire by Angry Inmates

Australia's Christmas Island detention center has been set on fire by inmates in a "major disturbance" that is yet to…

9 years ago

Venezuela: at least 50 people killed in Urbina prison riot in Barquisimeto

More than 50 people have been killed in Uribana prison riot in western Venezuela, hospital staff say. The riot was…

12 years ago

Mexico: 38 inmates killed in a gang fight at Apodaca prison

At least 38 inmates have died in Apodaca prison riot in northern Mexico. Security officials said the inmates had either…

13 years ago