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Thursday, September 19, 2024

Teen Brothers Escape Milan Youth Prison

Published: 2024-09-08

Two teenage brothers, aged 16 and 17, have escaped from the Beccaria juvenile detention center in Milan.

The escape, which involved climbing over the prison wall, marks the second attempt for one of the brothers, who previously fled in June.

This incident highlights ongoing management challenges at the facility, which has seen multiple riots and escapes in recent months.

The prison is currently under investigation, leading to leadership changes and urgent infrastructure improvements.

The escape has sparked criticism from prison staff unions, who demand better protection and reforms.

Authorities are actively searching for the escaped teens, while a new prison commander is set to take charge.