In an astonishing twist of events, a prisoner in France successfully broke out of Lyon-Corbas prison by hiding in the bag of a fellow inmate who was leaving after serving time. The escape, which took place last Friday, has prompted the prison service to launch an investigation into the incident. Authorities reported that the man had been leveraging the release of his fellow inmate to go unnoticed as he snuck out in their luggage.
According to local media, this escapee had multiple sentences and is still under investigation related to organized crime. Additionally, a judicial investigation has started to examine whether this escape was coordinated by an organized gang, raising questions about prison security.
Overcrowding in French jails has been a significant issue, and last month, the Lyon Bar Association voiced concerns regarding the situation at Lyon-Corbas prison, which was housing approximately 1,200 inmates despite a capacity limit of only 678. This incident has sparked a broader discussion about prison management and safety in France.
