December 26th 2024.
According to the police chief in Mozambique, a high-security prison in the capital city was faced with a major incident on Christmas Day. This resulted in the escape of over 6000 inmates, following a rebellion that took place within the prison walls. The country is currently facing widespread chaos and unrest, fueled by post-election riots and violence.
As stated by Bernardino Rafael, the police chief, a total of 33 prisoners lost their lives while 15 others were injured during a confrontation with the security forces. The prisoners took advantage of the violent protests happening outside the prison, which led to the destruction of police cars, stations, and other infrastructure. This all started after the Constitutional Council confirmed the ruling party, Frelimo, as the winners of the October 9 elections.
The Maputo Central Prison, which is located about 14 kilometers away from the capital, was the scene of the escape. It all began at noon on Wednesday, when a group of subversive protesters caused a disturbance nearby. The prisoners within the facility managed to seize weapons from the guards and proceeded to free other inmates. Rafael also mentioned that among the escapees were 29 convicted terrorists, which is a major concern for the country and its citizens.
The police chief revealed that the prisoners were making demands to have their fellow inmates, who were serving sentences, removed from the prison. This resulted in the collapse of a wall, which allowed the inmates to flee. Rafael is now urging the escaped prisoners to turn themselves in to the authorities. He also urged the public to stay informed and report any sightings of the fugitives.
Videos have surfaced on social media, showing the moment the inmates escaped from the prison. Other recordings depict the capture of some of the escapees by military personnel and prison guards. Some of the prisoners managed to find refuge in nearby homes, but many were caught and detained once again. In one of the videos, a prisoner can be seen with handcuffs on, revealing that he was held in the disciplinary section of the prison and was freed by other inmates.
The chaos and turmoil caused by this incident have affected the lives of many people, including innocent civilians and tourists. To stay informed about the latest updates on this and other breaking news, download the 9News app on your smartphone. Stay up-to-date with all the latest news, sports, politics, and weather, and receive notifications straight to your device. The app is available for download on both the Apple App Store and Google Play.
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