Weight loss of lobbyist suspected in selling judicial decisions leads to investigation and goes to the Supreme Court
The significant weight loss of lobbyist Andreson Gonçalves de Oliveira, linked to a judicial decision-selling case, has prompted internal investigations within the Federal Penitentiary of Brasília and an intervention by the Supreme Court.
They call for the former leadership of the Córdoba Penitentiary Service to be brought to trial for a corruption and extortion scheme
The prosecution has called for the trial of former high-ranking officials of the Córdoba Penitentiary Service accused of forming a criminal organization involved in corruption and extortion.
Penitentiary agent convicted of the murder of a PCC leader linked to the Gritzbach case
A penitentiary agent was convicted of the murders of a PCC leader and member, which were related to a sequence of revenge killings.
Body of supposed hitman leader of Los Tiguerones found dead in Litoral Penitentiary
Brayan José M., known as 'La Perris', was found dead in the Litoral Penitentiary three days after his detention, raising questions about security within the facility.
Seap removes 5 police officers after counterfeit and smuggled cigarettes enter prisons
The Department of Penitentiary Administration (Seap) in Brazil has suspended five officers suspected of facilitating the entry of counterfeit cigarettes into Rio de Janeiro prisons, with indications of an internal mafia involved.
Mendonça authorizes the transfer of Daniel Vorcaro to the PF Superintendency in Brasília
Banker Daniel Vorcaro is set to be transferred from the Federal Penitentiary in Brasília to the Federal Police Superintendency following an authorization from Minister André Mendonça of the Supreme Federal Court.
Domingos Brazão leaves the federal prison in Porto Velho after decision from the Supreme Court
Domingos Brazão, a former councilor of TCE, has been transferred from a federal prison in Porto Velho to a penitentiary in Rio de Janeiro following a decision by the Supreme Court of Brazil.
Police dismantles extortion network demanding $2,000 from a merchant in El Oro: two suspects operated from the Penitentiary
Ecuador's National Police has arrested four individuals linked to an extortion scheme that threatened a merchant in El Oro.
Prisoners will have to work to meet their needs: this is what the law strengthens the penitentiary system proposes
The Ecuadorian National Assembly approved a law mandating work for prisoners to sustain their needs, aiming to reform the penitentiary system.
How the assembly members voted on the law for strengthening the penitentiary system
A new law aimed at strengthening Ecuador's penitentiary system was approved by the National Assembly, with notable reforms and strategies for operational improvements.
National Assembly begins second debate on the project to strengthen the penitentiary system
The National Assembly of Ecuador started the second debate on a project aimed at reforming and strengthening the country's penitentiary system.
Marielle Case: Former Delegate Rivaldo Barbosa Returns to Prison in RJ
Former delegate Rivaldo Barbosa has returned to the prison system in Rio de Janeiro after being transferred from a federal penitentiary in Mossoró, RN, following a Supreme Court ruling.
Delegate sentenced to over 6 years for shooting in public and should lose position in AC
Delegate Marcos Frank has been sentenced to 6 years and 9 months for shooting at a parked car in Rio Branco, Brazil, and is expected to lose his positions in the penitentiary administration.
Marielle Case: Former Delegate Rivaldo Barbosa Leaves Prison in RN for Transfer to RJ
Former delegate Rivaldo Barbosa, convicted for his role in the Marielle Franco case, has been transferred from a federal prison in Rio Grande do Norte to a penitentiary in Rio de Janeiro.
Commission evaluates requests for prisoners to work outside the MT penitentiary
The Mato Grosso government has established a committee to assess requests for external work by incarcerated individuals at the Dr. Osvaldo Florentino Leite Ferreira Penitentiary in Sinop.
Colonel Fausto Cobo: 'The presence of passive military and police in prisons is favorable, but the problem is deep-rooted'
A new legislative proposal in Ecuador aims to reform the penitentiary system by allowing passive military and police personnel to participate in prison security duties, sparking mixed responses from various political factions.
Strengthening of prisons with participation of police and military enters debate and has the votes
A bill to strengthen the penitentiary system in Ecuador is set to be debated by lawmakers, supported by the ruling party and its allies.
Legislative Assembly to debate the bill to strengthen the prison system on March 17
On March 17, Ecuador's National Assembly will discuss a bill aimed at reforming and strengthening the country's prison system.
Marielle Case: Moraes Authorizes the Transfer of Domingos Brazão and Rivaldo Barbosa to a Penitentiary in Rio de Janeiro
Brazil's Supreme Court Justice Alexandre de Moraes has authorized the transfer of two men convicted in the assassination of councilwoman Marielle Franco to a penitentiary in Rio de Janeiro.
Bill Allows Inmates to Have Telematic Visits in the Country's Prisons
A new bill in Ecuador proposes allowing inmates to receive telematic visits to enhance communication while ensuring security measures are in place.
Flexibilizing the Federal Penitentiary System creates a risk of weakening the fight against criminal organizations
Brazil's Federal Penitentiary System, designed to isolate high-risk criminals, faces challenges as proposals to relax its strict regulations threaten its efficacy in combating organized crime.
‘Moved’ the brother-in-law and father-in-law of Iván Archivaldo to a maximum-security prison
The government of Jalisco has transferred Mario Lindoro Elenes and Mario Alfredo Lindoro Navidad, relatives of Iván Archivaldo Guzmán Salazar, to a higher-security federal prison as part of a coordinated operation against organized crime.
Report ready for a project that reorganizes prison security with the support of retired police and military personnel
A comprehensive report on a legislative proposal to enhance prison security in Ecuador has been approved, aiming to increase control and discipline within the country’s penitentiaries.
Regina wife killer dies in Sask. Penitentiary weeks after life sentence
Jason McKay, a man convicted of murdering his wife, died in Saskatchewan Penitentiary shortly after receiving a life sentence.
Judge asks Amapá penitentiary to explain hiring of food company that should undergo technical inspection
A judge in Amapá has requested an explanation for the hiring of a food supplier for the prison system that bypassed technical inspection requirements.
Suspects arrested in police operation in Paraíba do Sul and Três Rios will be transferred this Wednesday
Three men arrested for multiple gas station robberies in Paraíba do Sul and Três Rios are set to be transferred to a penitentiary in Rio de Janeiro.
Tragedy on the Rosario-Santa Fe Highway: Two killed in a violent collision between a prison service bus and a pickup truck
A violent collision on the Rosario-Santa Fe highway resulted in two fatalities and several injuries among penitentiary agents.
Mendonça authorizes Vorcaro to speak with lawyers without being recorded
Minister André Mendonça has authorized Daniel Vorcaro to communicate with his defense attorneys without the conversations being recorded at the Federal Penitentiary in Brasília.
Mendonça authorizes that visits from Vorcaro's defense are not recorded
Supreme Court Minister André Mendonça has allowed lawyer visits to bank owner Daniel Vorcaro to proceed without monitoring or recording at the Federal Penitentiary in Brasília.
Vorcaro's defense requests the Supreme Court that visits to the owner of Master not be recorded
Daniel Vorcaro's defense has requested that his visits while incarcerated not be monitored or recorded by the Federal Penitentiary in Brasília, emphasizing the need for confidential communication between lawyer and client.
Tamara Salomón: the woman who chose to build bridges behind the walls
Tamara Salomón, who started working at a penal service at 18, sees her job as a life purpose and a vital connection to the Espartanos Foundation after a life-changing accident.
Daniel Vorcaro to spend 20 days in isolation after transfer to federal prison in Brasília
Banker Daniel Vorcaro will undergo a 20-day isolation period at the Federal Penitentiary of Brasília following his transfer from São Paulo.
New images show Vorcaro's transfer to the DF
The Federal Penitentiary Police transferred the investigated banker Daniel Bueno Vorcaro to a federal prison in Brasília, Brazil, after an order from a Supreme Court minister.
VIDEO shows Daniel Vorcaro being removed from police car handcuffed in Brasília
The video captures banker Daniel Vorcaro being transported in handcuffs to the Medical Legal Institute in Brasília before his transfer to a federal penitentiary.
See details of the Federal Penitentiary of Brasília where Daniel Vorcaro was transferred
Banker Daniel Vorcaro has been transferred to the Federal Penitentiary of Brasília, a maximum-security prison in Brazil.
Daniel Vorcaro is transferred to the Federal Penitentiary in Brasília
Banker Daniel Vorcaro has been transferred to the Federal Penitentiary in Brasília due to concerns for his personal safety.
Mendonça orders transfer of Vorcaro to federal penitentiary in Brasília
Minister André Mendonça orders the transfer of former banker Daniel Vorcaro to a federal penitentiary following concerns for his safety and attempts to interfere with investigations.
Coffee with milk, bread with margarine: see what Daniel Vorcaro will eat in prison in the interior of SP
Banker Daniel Vorcaro, who was recently imprisoned, will receive standard meals at Potim prison in São Paulo, including coffee with milk and bread with margarine.
Court orders the state of Paraíba to dismiss prison directors without higher education
A court in Brazil's Paraíba state has mandated the dismissal of prison directors lacking higher education as per specific legal requirements.
Daniel Vorcaro will be in isolation for 10 days at the Potim penitentiary in the interior of SP
Banker Daniel Vorcaro, owner of Banco Master, is in isolation for 10 days in Potim penitentiary following his arrest related to a major financial fraud investigation.
Daniel Vorcaro: learn what the prison in the interior of SP is like where the owner of Banco Master was transferred
Banker Daniel Vorcaro, owner of Banco Master, has been transferred to a prison in Potim, São Paulo, as part of a new Federal Police operation.
National Police activates units due to alert of mutiny in the Litoral Penitentiary
A potential mutiny alert led the Ecuadorian National Police and Armed Forces to mobilize to the Litoral Penitentiary on February 27.
Factories and the Rehabilitation of Prisoners: Alcaçuz Receives Technical Visit from Penitentiary Secretaries from Across the Country
The Alcaçuz State Penitentiary in Brazil hosts a technical visit by penitentiary secretaries to showcase its factories and rehabilitation model for inmates.
The birthday party that exploded on social media: this was the pink party of an inmate in the Lomas de Zamora Penitentiary
An inmate celebrated her birthday in a lavish party that went viral, raising concerns about prison conditions and the use of mobile phones by inmates.
Demand investigation into the death of two inmates in a fire in a Córdoba prison: denounce detention conditions and delays in evacuating them
A fire at the Bouwer Penitentiary in Córdoba, Argentina, resulted in the deaths of two female inmates, leading to calls for a thorough investigation into the circumstances and accountability.
Four women are arrested trying to enter with drugs at Alcaçuz Penitentiary
Four women were arrested while attempting to smuggle drugs into the Alcaçuz State Penitentiary in Brazil.
After visiting the Penitentiary, organizations and the Ombudsman highlight the authorities' openness to resolve health and overcrowding issues
The Permanent Committee for the Defense of Human Rights confirmed alarming health and overcrowding issues in the Litoral Penitentiary following a recent inspection.
Commission visits the modules of the Litoral Penitentiary: relatives of inmates hold a vigil outside
A commission visited the Litoral Penitentiary to assess health and food protocols, while relatives of inmates protested outside for their rights.
Inmate escapes from Saskatchewan Penitentiary transport
A 30-year-old inmate escaped during transport from Saskatchewan Penitentiary, leading to a police search in Prince Albert.
Inmate Found Dead in Porto Velho Penitentiary
A 26-year-old inmate, Bruno Azevedo Cavalcante, was found dead in the Jorge Thiago Aguiar Afonso State Penitentiary in Porto Velho, Brazil.