2021 Waikeria Prison riot in NZ linked to prison conditions, prisoner behavior, inadequate response by Corrections department; improvements address 117 out of 121 recommendations.
The Office of Inspectorate report on the 2021 Waikeria Prison riot in NZ found prison conditions and prisoner behavior contributed to the unprecedented, destructive event, which posed a real risk to life. The Corrections department's response was deemed inadequate. Subsequent improvements include staff training, emergency procedures, and prison facility enhancements, addressing 117 out of 121 recommendations from an independent review.
June 06, 2024
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