15 inmates at HMP Lewes, UK, are ill, two critically, after a suspected mass poisoning incident; prison in lockdown, investigation ongoing.

15 inmates at HMP Lewes in the UK are ill, with two in life-threatening condition, after a suspected mass poisoning incident. The prison is in lockdown while the affected inmates are being treated at Eastbourne hospital, where a contamination tent has been set up. The cause of the incident is still under investigation. HMP Lewes has previously faced criticism for high levels of violence and maintenance issues.