💨 Abstract

In Ecuador, prisons face severe crises, with at least 30 inmates dying from asphyxiation in November and 13 more from an explosion in December. The Penitenciaría del Litoral, the most overcrowded prison, sees frequent deaths from tuberculosis and violence. Families and human rights groups express concern over the lack of information and dire conditions. The government acknowledges health-related deaths but provides limited details.

Courtesy: WTOP Staff