37 UK prisoners wrongly released due to outdated legal records; 5 unaccounted, emergency early release scheme halted.
In the UK, 37 prisoners were mistakenly released under an emergency early release scheme designed to alleviate prison overcrowding. These offenders, convicted for breaching restraining orders, were not flagged as ineligible due to outdated legal records. While 32 have been returned to custody, five remain unaccounted for. The Ministry of Justice has halted further releases and issued guidance to prevent future errors, emphasizing public safety as a priority.
September 25, 2024
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