Detected on Tuesday 27 October, 14h28
A prison officer assaulted by an inmate at Saint-Denis prison
A prison officer was assaulted by an inmate suffering from psychiatric disorders before being subdued. The incident revives the debate over the incarceration of people with mental health issues.
In brief
Security event (severity: low) in Saint-Denis (La Réunion), first detected on 27 October 2026 at 14:28. Reported by 1 source (1 article), last updated on 27 October 2026 at 14:28.
- Category
- Security
- Severity
- Low
- Place
- 974 RéunionSaint-Denis
- Detected
- 27 Oct, 14h28
- Updated
- 27 Oct, 14h28
- Reference
- no.1889
1 article · 1 source · no rated outlet covers this topic yet (public service, agencies, official accounts…)
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- 14h28La 1ère (Outre-mer)Wire27 OctUn surveillant agressé par un détenu souffrant de problèmes psychiatriques au centre pénitentiaire de Saint-Denis
Un surveillant pénitentiaire a été agressé en milieu de matinée par un détenu. Ce dernier, qui souffre de troubles du comportement, a été maîtrisé. La question de l’incarcération de personnes souffrant de troubles psychiatriques en milieu carcéral, sans personnel médical formé et dans un environnement inadapté est une nouvelle fois soulevée.
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