Authorities in the Congolese capital Kinshasa say inmates have tried to break out of the main prison and there is heavy gunfire coming from the overcrowded facility. Congolese government spokesman Patrick Muyaya confirmed on X that there was an “an attempted escape” on Monday.
KINSHASA, Congo — Heavy gunfire rang out early Monday morning from Congo’s largest prison in the capital Kinshasa as inmates tried to break out from the overcrowded facility, authorities said.
Congolese government spokesman Patrick Muyaya confirmed on X that there was an “an attempted escape.” Local media reported security forces killed some of those who tried to flee. The gunfire from inside the prison started from around midnight, residents said. By Monday morning, the road leading to the prison has been cordoned off by security forces.
“Security services are on site to restore order and security the population of Kinshasa is urged not to panic,” Muyaya said.The Makala prison is Congo’s main penitentiary and one of the most fortified in the country. It is notorious for being overcrowded and with poor conditions for inmates.
“Investigations are underway to identify and severely punish those who instigated these acts of sabotage. They will receive a stern response,” Mutamba said.
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