Death toll in Sri Lanka’s prison clash rises to 26, with another 77 in hospital
Summary
A violent clash at a prison in Negombo, Sri Lanka, has caused 26 deaths and left 77 people, including prisoners and guards, injured. The government has started three investigations to understand what caused the violence and prevent future incidents.Key Facts
- 26 people died in the prison clash: 19 inmates and 7 prison officials.
- 77 others are in hospitals, including 54 inmates and 23 prison staff.
- The fight began Sunday between rival gangs involved in illegal drug trade.
- The inmates attacked guards and tried to break out but were stopped.
- The government set up three investigations: by police, by the prison department, and a committee led by a retired judge.
- Investigations will check for security problems and prison overcrowding as possible causes.
- Sri Lankan prisons hold 39,000 inmates but were built for only 10,000, causing severe crowding.
- Security at the prison has been increased with army troops and tanks deployed.
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