Preliminary research report highlighted significant problems in the building’s facilities, such as the deterioration of structures and the use of outdated technologies
An investigation conducted by the pointed out that the escape of two detainees associated with the Red Command, which occurred in Mossoró, Rio Grande do Norte, was the result of several flaws. Information came from the Minister of Justice and Public Security, Ricardo Lewandowki. The prisoners, Rogério da Silva Mendonça, known as the hammer, and Deibson Cabral Nascimento, nicknamed Tatu, escaped on February 14, 2024 and were recaptured in Pará after 50 days. The preliminary investigation report highlighted significant problems in prison facilities, such as the deterioration of structures, the use of outdated technologies and failures in operating procedures.
In response to this situation, the Lula government began the construction of a protective wall in the federal prison of Mossoró. The completion of the work is scheduled for 2026, due to the complexity of the bidding process. In addition, improvements have already been implemented, such as the installation of grids, enlightenment reinforcement and the adoption of drones for monitoring.
Three Disciplinary Administrative Proceedings (PADs) were filed as a result of the escape, of which two have already been finalized. These processes resulted in the removal of four heads on duty, which failed to perform proper supervision in cell magazines. In all, ten servers are being investigated in relation to these irregularities.
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Posted by Fernando Dias
