Another violent attack has shaken the Sant'Angelo dei Lombardi prison.
Yesterday evening, an inmate, already known for previous episodes of violence, hit a prison police inspector in the head who had refused his request to make an unauthorized phone call.
The episode, reported by the Sappe union, has caused deep concern among prison workers. Despite repeated attacks, the prisoner in question continues to be detained in the same facility, as do other individuals who have been the protagonists of similar episodes.
Tiziana Guacci, secretary for Campania of Sappe, underlined how the situation inside the prison is now unsustainable. “The prison of Sant'Angelo dei Lombardi was a place of excellence, now it is a place where violence reigns supreme”, Guacci declared.
“Agents work in increasingly difficult conditions, subjected to constant stress and at real risk to their safety.”
The union is calling for urgent intervention by the institutions to guarantee the safety of prison officers and restore order within the facility. Among the requests of Sappe are:
Immediate transfer of detainees violent: It is essential to remove from prisons those who are responsible for repeated aggression, to prevent them from putting the lives of other inmates and staff at risk.
Increased Staffing: Prison staffing needs to be strengthened to ensure adequate control over the prison population.
Improving working conditions: Prison officers have the right to work in a safe and healthy environment, with adequate resources and tools to carry out their duties.
Last night's attack is just the latest episode in a series of events that demonstrate how the situation inside Italian prisons is increasingly critical. A change of direction is needed, with more effective policies and greater investments in the penitentiary sector.
Article published on 4 August 2024 - 20:55
