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Indian prison escape ends swiftly as all 17 fugitives recaptured
An elaborate jailbreak at an Indian prison that began with a staged medical emergency was brought to an end within 36 hours as authorities recaptured all escapees. The incident underscores ongoing security concerns at the facility.
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A coordinated escape from an Indian correctional facility came to a rapid conclusion Wednesday after authorities tracked down and recaptured all 17 prisoners who had fled the compound the previous day. The breakout began when one inmate feigned a serious medical crisis, prompting guards to lower their vigilance as staff responded to the emergency. The ruse created an opening that the group exploited to breach the prison perimeter and scatter into the surrounding area. Operating under heightened alert status, law enforcement agencies deployed search teams across multiple districts to locate the fugitives. The swift recapture of all escapees within 36 hours prevented any major security incident, though the incident has renewed scrutiny of security protocols at the prison. Authorities have launched an investigation into how the escape was coordinated and whether any staff members were complicit in facilitating the breakout. Prison officials said they are reviewing procedures to prevent similar incidents in the future.